Summary
A poll from Bowling Green State University indicates a competitive race for Ohio's 2026 governor's election between Democrat Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy. The poll shows Ramaswamy leading Acton by three points and also highlights a close Senate race. Despite past Republican successes in Ohio, Democrats see opportunities in the upcoming elections.
Key Facts
- A poll by Bowling Green State University shows the Ohio governor's race is competitive.
- Republican Vivek Ramaswamy leads Democrat Amy Acton by three points (50% to 47%).
- The poll also suggests a close race for the U.S. Senate in Ohio.
- In the Senate race, former Democrat Senator Sherrod Brown slightly leads Republican Senator Jon Husted by one point (49% to 48%).
- The poll surveyed 800 registered voters with a margin of error of +/- 4.5 percentage points.
- Historically, Ohio has shifted more towards Republican candidates, supporting President Trump in recent elections.
- Amy Acton is a former Ohio Department of Health director and known for her role during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Both the gubernatorial and Senate races are seen as leaning Republican by political forecasters.
