Ramaswamy defends the ad as scrutiny of Acton
Vivek RamaswamyRepublican nominee for governor of Ohio
Ramaswamy says Acton has spread what he calls defamatory, disparaging lies about him and his family, and that her record deserves scrutiny.
“deserve to be scrutinized.”
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Ramaswamy's campaign defends using Amy Acton's estranged mother in an attack ad
Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign produced an advertisement in which Amy Acton's estranged mother accuses her of lying. Acton says Ramaswamy took advantage of her mother, and the campaign defends its attack on Acton's credibility. Critics from both parties condemn the tactic, while Laura Loomer defends it.
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The October 21 program includes Seder's commentary and clips of Ramaswamy and Vance answering questions about the campaign ad.
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The panel discusses the ad, Acton's response and Ramaswamy's explanation.
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Asked about the ad, Ramaswamy confirms his campaign made it.
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Ramaswamy adds that Acton's former boss, former colleagues and the Ohio State Medical Association have told voters to support him.
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Ramaswamy defends using the ad as scrutiny of Acton's character.
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