Vivek Ramaswamy Exits D.O.G.E. to Pursue Ohio Governorship

Vivek Ramaswamy, the entrepreneur and 2024 Republican presidential hopeful, has stepped down from his role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This announcement came just hours after former President Donald Trump resumed office, marking a shift in Ramaswamy’s political trajectory as he gears up for a gubernatorial bid in Ohio.

Anna Kelly, spokesperson for DOGE, confirmed Ramaswamy’s departure, emphasizing his pivotal contributions. “Vivek Ramaswamy played a critical role in helping us create DOGE,” Kelly stated. “He intends to run for elected office soon, which requires him to remain outside of DOGE based on the structure we announced today. We thank him immensely for his contributions over the last two months and expect him to play a vital role in making America great again.”

Sources close to the matter revealed that Ramaswamy plans to formally announce his campaign for Ohio governor in the coming week. While the exact timing of his decision remains undisclosed, insiders suggest it became increasingly evident that balancing his federal responsibilities with a gubernatorial campaign was untenable.

Ramaswamy’s departure also signals a strategic pivot for DOGE, a federal watchdog group designed to streamline government spending and efficiency. DOGE, initially envisioned to be co-led by Ramaswamy and billionaire Elon Musk, will continue under Musk’s stewardship.

Ramaswamy’s exit does not appear to have created friction within the team. “He’s leaving on good terms with Trump, Elon, and the rest of the team,” an anonymous source disclosed. “The decision was a matter of compatibility, not conflict.”

Born to Indian immigrant parents, Ramaswamy has built an impressive career straddling the fields of finance and pharmaceuticals. A graduate of Harvard University and Yale Law School, he amassed substantial wealth through ventures at the intersection of hedge funds and pharmaceutical research. While some of the drugs he promoted failed to reach the market, his ability to attract investor confidence cemented his reputation as a high-stakes dealmaker.

Ramaswamy’s gubernatorial bid has been widely anticipated. His Ohio roots, combined with his business acumen, position him as a formidable candidate in the state’s political landscape. Observers note that his entry into the race could energize voters seeking fresh leadership.