Former Democratic Rep. Tim Ryan, Ohio, declined to enter the Democratic primary for the 2026 gubernatorial race in Ohio, setting up a likely match between Democratic candidate Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.

Ryan previously sought one of the state's Senate seats, but lost to now-Vice President JD Vance. His declination likely settles the Democratic nomination, with Acton near-certain to secure the party nod.

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