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1978 court documents shed light on explosive Ohio political ad
The documents corroborate gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton’s story of childhood trauma.
Vivek Ramaswamy defends ad featuring Amy Acton\'s estranged mother
Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is defending his campaign ad featuring the estranged mother of Democratic rival, Dr. Amy Acton, in the Ohio governor's race. Speaking in northeast Ohio on Friday, he
Trump says Amy Acton is ‘fair game’
President Donald Trump on Thursday called Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton “fair game” as he defended Republican Vivek Ramaswamy’s ad that features her estranged mother and ignored the abuse allegations against her stepfather.
Get the Facts: Fact-checking controversial political ad in Ohio governor's race
While pushback continues to grow, Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign is standing firm on its decision to run a controversial political ad targeting Democratic Ohio gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton, featuring Acton's estranged mother.
Commentary: DeWine and Vance: A case study of Ohio political reaction to the now-infamous Ramaswamy Acton ad
Ohio's 2026 campaign for governor made history this week with what's quickly becoming one of the most notorious political advertisements of all time. Republican Vice President JD Vance and Republican Gov. Mike DeWine offer a fascinating case study in political reaction.
Trump backs Ramaswamy on ad featuring Amy Acton\'s estranged mother
President Donald Trump has urged Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee for Ohio governor, to keep running a controversial ad. The ad features the estranged mother of Democratic opponent Amy Acton.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine calls on Vivek Ramaswamy to take down ad featuring opponent’s estranged mother
DeWine, a Republican, said he still endorses Ramaswamy over Democrat Amy Acton in the race to succeed him as Ohio’s governor.
'This is despicable': Amy Acton responds to Ohio attack ad
Her Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy is airing the ad featuring her estranged mother, whose husband was charged with sexual abuse in her childhood.
'Just wrong': Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tells Ramaswamy to immediately take down controversial ad
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is telling Republican candidate for governor Vivek Ramaswamy to pull down his controversial ad featuring Democrat Dr. Amy Acton's estranged mother.
Amy Acton opens up about her painful childhood after an attack ad featuring her estranged mother
Amy Acton was talking school budgets, local hospitals and generational farming at a farm event in northwest Ohio when she called on an attendee and asked her if there was anything she wanted to share.
Political experts weigh in on Ramaswamy-Acton ad controversy
A controversial new ad from Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign is drawing backlash for featuring the mother of Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton and calling
Video: Ramaswamy Backs Controversial Ohio Political Ad After Backlash
An ad from Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican candidate for Ohio governer, shows the mother of the Democratic candidate, Amy Acton, calling her estranged daughter a liar.
Firestorm over US political ad featuring Democrat's estranged mother
Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican candidate for Ohio governor, faced a firestorm of criticism Wednesday over an ad featuring Democratic rival Amy Acton's estranged mother, whose husband was charged with...
Political expert weighs in after campaign ad causes bipartisan backlash
The ad featuring Dr. Amy Acton’s estranged mother appeared online Tuesday.
Vivek Ramaswamy’s Amy Acton Attack Ad Is ‘One of the Most Despicable Things’ Chris Hayes Has Seen in Politics
Chris Hayes condemned a controversial attack ad targeting Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton, calling it "despicable"
Vance says he’s ‘disgusted’ by GOP pushback to Ramaswamy ad featuring Amy Acton's estranged mother
Vice President JD Vance says he’s “disgusted” by the pushback from fellow Republicans to an ad Vivek Ramaswamy is running against his Democratic opponent for Ohio governor, Dr. Amy Acton. During a visit Wednesday near Cincinnati, the Republican vice president said politics is "a tough business.” ...
Amy Acton Says Vivek Ramaswamy Exploited Her Estranged Mother for Political Gain
Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton accused her mother’s then-husband of sexual assault when she was a child.
Ramaswamy attack ad featuring Amy Acton's estranged mother garners backlash
Vivek Ramaswamy's recent attack ad featuring Amy Acton's estranged mother has drawn the ire of political pundits on both sides of the aisle.
Ramaswamy use of Amy Acton's mom vilest thing I've seen in 35 years of politics
Michael Coleman: Vivek Ramaswamy's disgraceful use of Amy Acton's mom shows he deserves no one's respect.
Criticism grows over Ramaswamy attack ad featuring Amy Acton's mother
Several Ohio politicians have taken to social media to condemn an attack ad against Amy Acton that featured her estranged mother.
Vivek Ramaswamy ad features opponent’s estranged mother
Ohio Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy backs controversial political campaign featuring his Democratic opponent Amy Acton’s estranged mother.
Ohio governor’s race in uproar over video featuring Democrat’s estranged mother
Amy Acton was removed from her mother’s home when she was 12 after her stepfather was indicted on a charge of raping her.
Attack Ad Featuring Candidate’s Mother Turns Ohio Governor’s Race Even Uglier
A Republican ad features Amy Acton’s estranged mother calling her daughter a liar. The two have not spoken since Dr. Acton’s mother backed her husband after his arrest on rape charges.
Acton discusses plans for small business during Bexley campaign stop
Dr. Amy Acton promised to “give a voice” to Ohio’s small business community during a Tuesday visit to Fox’s Bagel and Deli in Bexley. The Democratic candidate for governor described several ideas including loans to help new businesses get off the ground, and suggested her plans to bring down household costs could help boost foot-traffic.
Governor Candidate Amy Acton (D-OH) Visits Small Business in Columbus
Candidate for governor Amy Acton (D-OH) visits a small business in Columbus.
Ohio Democrats’ path to governor’s office runs through rural areas that have turned against party
Democrats say their nominee for governor in Ohio, Dr. Amy Acton, represents the party’s best chance in years to win that office.
Ohio Democrats’ path to the governor’s office runs through rural areas that had turned against them
Democrats say their nominee for governor in Ohio, Dr. Amy Acton, represents the party’s best chance in years to win that office.
Ohio Democrats’ path to the governor’s office runs through rural areas that had turned against them
Democrats say their nominee for governor in Ohio, Dr. Amy Acton, represents the party’s best chance in years to win that office.
Ohio governor’s race is a battle over Covid, health costs, and trust in science
The race between Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy could be the election’s most direct test of where the heartland stands on health care and the pandemic.
Ohio governor’s race is a battle over Covid, health costs, and trust in science
The race between Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy could be the election’s most direct test of where the heartland stands on health care and the pandemic.
One-on-one: Dr. Amy Acton discusses challenges in flipping Ohio blue
In one of the most watched gubernatorial races in the country, Dr. Amy Acton believes she can be the Democrat to turn Ohio blue.
Addressing security concerns for political candidates
Conversations on how to prevent safety issues are continuing after authorities say an armed man lunged at Dr. Amy Acton during an appearance over the weekend.
Man accused of assault, inducing panic at Dr. Amy Acton event pleads not guilty
The armed Ohio man investigators said set off a security scare involving Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton pleaded not guilty in court Tuesday.
Should political candidates have more security?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The man accused of trying to attack Ohio gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton appeared in court for the first time Tuesday. Patrick Havas, 38 of Canfield, faces assau…
Acton attack suspect not registered with political party, voted in 2016 GOP primary
Amy Acton was eating a sandwich, taking pictures and talking with people at the Canfield Fair when Tra Eley says she stopped at his food truck Sunday.For roughl
With Ohio’s governorship up for grabs, a toxic race turns violent
An alleged assailant forced his way Sunday toward Democratic candidate Amy Acton at a county fair, officials and witnesses said. Authorities said he was carrying two pistols and a Taser.
Man arrested after alleged attack on Amy Acton; candidates across Ohio denounce political violence
Patrick Havas, 38, faces charges after Canfield Fair incident as candidates across Ohio denounce political violence
Politicians describe moments they detained man who rushed Amy Acton at Canfield Fair
Just one day after a man rushed Dr. Amy Acton during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, she continued campaigning in Cleveland on Labor Day amid the growing
Michigan politicians spent Monday shaking hands with voters, a day after an armed man charged at an Ohio candidate
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says an armed assailant charged toward the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before he was stopped by troopers.
Ohio Democrat Amy Acton reflects on a ‘rough day’ as witnesses recall ‘frightening’ confrontation
The Democratic nominee for governor in Ohio was back on the campaign trail Monday, a day after law enforcement officials said an armed man charged toward her at a public event.
Armed attacker arrested after lunging at Ohio Jewish gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton
Her campaign said she would "always stand up to the chaos, hate and vitriol that pits us against one another."
Extended interview: Vivek Ramaswamy condemns political violence after alleged attack of Amy Acton
An armed Canfield man was arrested Sunday at the Canfield Fair after lunging at Ohio gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton and injuring multiple people, according to campaign officials and sheriff’s deputies.
Armed Ohio man arrested after charging at Democratic candidate for governor, Amy Acton
The candidate, Amy Acton, was not hurt, but her team said several others were injured as the man tried to "lunge" at her.
Armed man charged toward Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, law enforcement says
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says an armed assailant charged toward the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before he was stopped by troopers.
Political leaders speak out after man charged with assault at Amy Acton campaign event
Political leaders from across the country spoke out to condemn political violence after a man was charged with assault at an Amy Acton campaign event near Youngstown on Sunday.
Assailant lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, campaign says
An armed assailant lunged at the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, on Sunday during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people, campaign officials said.
Man Arrested After Pushing Toward Democratic Candidate for Ohio Governor
A spokeswoman for the campaign of Amy Acton, the Democratic nominee, said “multiple people” were injured when an “armed individual” lunged at her during a county fair.
Assailant lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor Amy Acton at fair, campaign says
The Ohio gubernatorial race is one of the most high-profile races this year as the campaigns enter the final weeks of campaigning before the November election.
Armed man lunged at Democratic Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton at fair, campaign says
Several people were injured when an armed assailant lunged at Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, campaign officials said.
Amy Acton campaign says armed individual lunged at Ohio governor candidate, injuring multiple people
Amy Acton's campaign says the Ohio governor candidate was targeted by an armed individual at the Canfield Fair as political violence fears mount.
Armed individual ‘lunged’ at Democrat nominee for Ohio governor, campaign says
Amy Acton’s campaign said multiple people were injured at the event at a county fair in Canfield, Ohio.
Ohio candidate Amy Acton attacked at fair, spokesperson says
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton was attacked at a campaign stop by an armed person, according to a campaign spokesperson.
Ohio candidate Amy Acton attacked at fair, spokesperson says
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton was attacked at a campaign stop by an armed person, according to a campaign spokesperson.
Ohio candidate Amy Acton attacked at fair, spokesperson says
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton was attacked at a campaign stop by an armed person, according to a campaign spokesperson.
Ohio candidate Amy Acton attacked at fair, spokesperson says
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton was attacked at a campaign stop by an armed person, according to a campaign spokesperson.
Ohio candidate Amy Acton attacked at fair, spokesperson says
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton was attacked at a campaign stop by an armed person, according to a campaign spokesperson.
Assailant lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, campaign says
Campaign officials say an armed assailant lunged at the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people | WWJ Newsradio 950
Assailant lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, campaign says
Campaign officials say an armed assailant lunged at the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people.
Assailant lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, campaign says
Campaign officials say an armed assailant lunged at the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people.
Assailant lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, campaign says
Campaign officials say an armed assailant lunged at the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people
Assailant lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, campaign says
Campaign officials say an armed assailant lunged at the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people.
Assailant Lunged at Democratic Candidate for Ohio Governor at Fair, Campaign Says
WASHINGTON (AP) — An armed assailant lunged at the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, on Sunday during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people, campaign officials said. The suspect knocked volunteers to the ground and was arrested with “multiple weapons,”
Campaign officials say Amy Acton subject of an armed attack
While attending the Canfield Fair, an armed individual lunged at Acton, according to her campaign advisers.
Campaign officials say Amy Acton subject of an armed attack
While attending the Canfield Fair, an armed individual lunged at Acton, according to her campaign advisers.
Ohio gubernatorial candidate’s campaign says armed individual lunged at her, with multiple injured
An “armed individual” allegedly lunged at Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton on Sunday and injured several people at an event in Canfield, Ohio, according to Addie Bullock, a spokesperson for her campaign.
Armed person confronts Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at event, campaign says
Acton was visiting the annual Canfield Fair in Mahoning County, near Youngstown.
Armed man attacks Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton, several injured
An armed individual attacked Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton injuring multiple people at the Canfield Fair.
Armed man attempts to attack Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton
An armed individual attacked Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton injuring multiple people at the Canfield Fair.
Acton refuses to engage with Ramaswamy as Ohio debates decline
Democrat Dr. Amy Acton is refusing to debate Republican Vivek Ramaswamy in the race to become Ohio's next governor.
Democrats don't agree on how to talk about trans athletes. Just look at Ohio.
Dr. Amy Acton's Trump-like statement in the governor’s race raises questions about how far candidates in battleground states can go before jeopardizing LGBTQ+ support.
Candidates for Ohio governor outline data center plans
Amy Acton called for a conditional moratorium while Vivek Ramaswamy said he wants free electricity for those near data centers.
Democrat Amy Acton breaks with party to support Issue 3
Democratic candidate for Ohio governor Amy Acton is breaking with her party to support Issue 3, an amendment enshrining the state's voter photo identification requirement in the state constitution.
Who will win race for Ohio governor? Key forecaster calls it a toss-up
The Ohio governor's race between Vivek Ramaswamy and Amy Acton is now a toss-up, according to one forecaster. See why.
Trump-backed Ramaswamy wins Ohio governor primary, setting up a competitive Nov. race
In Ohio, where a Democrat hasn't won an election for governor in 20 years, Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton could be in for a tight race this fall.
The long shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic creeps into the race for Ohio governor
Democrat Amy Acton is running unopposed in her party’s primary for Ohio governor, but she’ll face some steep challenges in the November general election
The long shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic creeps into the race for Ohio governor
Democrat Amy Acton is running unopposed in her party’s primary for Ohio governor, but she'll face some steep challenges in the November general election.
The long shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic creeps into the race for Ohio governor
Democrat Amy Acton is running unopposed in her party’s primary for Ohio governor, but she'll face some steep challenges in the November general election.
Acton's domestic dispute twisted into Ramaswamy campaign fodder
Opinion: Dr. Amy Acton's clash with her husband reflects strain of relentless work.
Why Ohio business leaders backing Acton for governor
Business leaders endorse Dr. Amy Acton for Ohio governor, citing her vision for economic growth and talent retention.
Ohio’s Covid Czar Hopes to Be the State’s Democratic Governor
Amy Acton’s service to retiring Gov. Mike DeWine gives her bipartisan credibility in a Republican state, but that service, leading Ohio’s pandemic response, also stirs charged emotions.
Ohio Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton makes pitch for addressing health care costs
At a press conference Tuesday, Ohio Democratic governor candidate Dr. Amy Acton said she’ll bring a whole-of-government approach to dealing with rising health care costs if she’s elected.
Who is David Pepper? Acton picks ex-Ohio Dems leader as running mate
Democrat Dr. Amy Acton picked longtime Cincinnati politico and former state party chairman David Pepper as her running mate in the race for governor.