Ohio’s governor’s race appears headed for a Democratic victory as projections show the party’s candidate surging ahead, fueled by a late campaign controversy. A divisive ad from the Republican opponent disrupted the final stretch of the election, potentially shifting momentum in the tight contest. With a majority of votes counted, the Democratic nominee holds a narrow but decisive lead, marking a potential shift in the state’s political landscape. The outcome hinges on whether the ad’s impact solidifies the candidate’s advantage or sparks a last-minute shift in undecided voters.
Democrat Amy Acton is projected to flip the Ohio governor’s mansion, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), after a controversial ad from Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy roiled the closing days of the race. Acton was leading by 4 percentage points — 50 percent to 46 percent — with 76 percent of the vote reported by...
