Republican candidate for Ohio governor Vivek Ramaswamy has chosen Ohio Senate President Rob McColley as his running mate in the 2026 election.

“I’m excited to announce Rob McColley as my running mate to be the next lieutenant governor of Ohio,” Ramaswamy said.

Ramaswamy calls McColley a proven conservative leader who is committed to making Ohio the best state in which to live, work and raise a family.

McColley says Ramaswamy will be one of the boldest leaders in the history of Ohio, and he’s honored to help execute his vision.

Democrat Amy Acton, Ohio’s former health director, is also running for governor. She has selected David Pepper, former chairman of the Ohio Democratic Party, as her running mate. 

Governor Mike DeWine is term-limited and in his final year as governor.