Nancy Mace says Vivek Ramaswamy has run the most offensive ad of the cycle

A South Carolina Republican congresswoman has condemned a divisive political ad from an Ohio gubernatorial candidate as "shameful" and "disgusting," warning it could backfire on the party in key races. The ad, which has sparked outrage among conservatives, was criticized for its tone and messaging, with one lawmaker calling it the most offensive campaign spot of the election cycle. The backlash highlights growing tensions within the Republican Party over strategy ahead of critical midterm elections. Critics argue the ad risks alienating voters rather than energizing the base.

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) called a controversial political ad run by Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy (R) “shameful,” saying she thinks it will hurt Republicans up and down the ballot in Ohio. “This ad is going to go down as the most shameful, disgusting, offensive ad this election season,” Mace told CNN’s Jake Tapper on...