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Amy Acton says she has "no intention" of speaking to Ramaswamy after "terrible and despicable" campaign ad
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- Ohio Gov.-elect Amy Acton stated she has "no intention" of speaking to her Republican opponent, Vivek Ramaswamy, following his use of a controversial ad featuring her estranged mother.
- The ad, widely condemned by both Democrats and Republicans, included Acton's mother calling her a "liar" despite their estrangement since Acton was 12 due to family abuse issues.
- Acton criticized the ad as "terrible and despicable," attributing it to Ramaswamy's campaign struggles, while President Trump defended the ad as "very powerful."
- Emphasizing a desire for unity and decency, Acton highlighted voters' fatigue with negativity and pledged to focus on problem-solving and public service.
- Acton also supports a conditional moratorium on data centers, aiming to protect Ohio's environment while promoting good-paying union jobs and responsible business practices.
