Acton campaign accuses Ramaswamy campaign over mother ad
By The BriefBrief
Amy Acton’s campaign accused Republican gubernatorial opponent Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign of using her estranged mother in a political ad. The mother accuses Acton of lying about her childhood; Acton’s brother called the ad a “despicable low” and said their stepfather sexually abused Acton as a child. The Independent reported that Ramaswamy’s campaign admitted making the ad and pledged $4 million.
WHO:Amy Acton’s campaign
WHAT:accused Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign of using Acton’s estranged mother in a political ad against her
WHEN:Reported Oct 21, 2026 at 6:11 AM ET
WHERE:Ohio, USA
WHY:The ad was made to attack Acton, according to its characterization as a GOP attack ad; the specific reason for using her mother was not stated.
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