'Elon basically runs the show': Trump insider claims as Ramaswamy eyes DOGE exit
2 months ago

'Elon basically runs the show': Trump insider claims as Ramaswamy eyes DOGE exit

Raw Story  

Vivek Ramaswamy may have his sights set on becoming Ohio's next governor, despite plans for him to head up Donald Trump's new Department of Government Efficiency along with with Elon Musk, according to a new report. Reporter Adam Wren wrote that on Saturday "Ramaswamy showed up at an all-hands DOGE meeting at the SpaceX headquarters in Washington," adding that "Musk was not present." The report continued, "Privately, some in Trump’s world see Ramaswamy’s nascent gubernatorial campaign as a way to clear a path for Musk to do his own work at the agency without him." Wren wrote, "A person well briefed on the inner workings of DOGE said that multiple executive orders related to its purview are expected in the first week of the Trump administration, including one that deals with government contracts and one that assigns how the DOGE workforce is embedded throughout the federal government."

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’Let’s roll’: Vivek Ramaswamy’s thank-you note to Donald Trump, Elon Musk for endorsing him in Ohio governor race
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

’Let’s roll’: Vivek Ramaswamy’s thank-you note to Donald Trump, Elon Musk for endorsing him in Ohio governor race

Live Mint  

Republican billionaire businessman Vivek Ramaswamy, who launched his bid for the Ohio governor, thanked SpaceX and Tesla owner Elon Musk on Tuesday for endorsing him. We’re behind you all the way & we will Make Ohio Great Again!” Ramaswamy joins the Ohio governor's race Vivek Ramaswamy, who was tapped to join the government-efficiency effort led by billionaire Elon Musk, kickstarted …

'He's something special': Vivek Ramaswamy launches Ohio governor bid; Trump, Musk endorse him
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

'He's something special': Vivek Ramaswamy launches Ohio governor bid; Trump, Musk endorse him

Firstpost  

Indian-origin businessman and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has officially entered the race for the 2026 Ohio gubernatorial election. The Cincinnati-based biotech entrepreneur made the announcement during a rally on Monday 'He's something special': Vivek Ramaswamy launches Ohio governor bid; Trump, Musk endorse him. Reuters Businessman and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has announced he is running in the elections …

Vivek Ramaswamy Set To Join Ohio Governor's Race
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Vivek Ramaswamy Set To Join Ohio Governor's Race

ABP News  

Indian-American, Vivek Ramaswamy, a biotech entrepreneur, launched his bid for Ohio governor Monday. According to the Associated Press, Ramaswamy departed the Department of Government Efficiency initiative on President Donald Trump’s first day. Ramaswamy pursued the GOP presidential nomination in 2024 before dropping out to support Trump, who later appointed him to co-chair an efficiency initiative alongside billionaire Elon Musk. “I …

Vivek Ramaswamy launches bid for Ohio governor weeks after quitting DOGE
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Vivek Ramaswamy launches bid for Ohio governor weeks after quitting DOGE

India Today  

Indian-American billionaire and former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, who quit Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency last month, has entered the race for the Ohio governor's post. Republican Dave Yost, Ohio's Attorney General and former state auditor, has already announced his bid for the November 2026 election that is likely to draw other GOP contenders. Ramaswamy's campaign will be …

Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy joins the Ohio governor’s race
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy joins the Ohio governor’s race

LA Times  

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Cincinnati-born biotech entrepreneur who departed the Department of Government Efficiency initiative on President Trump’s first day, launched his bid for Ohio governor Monday with promises to institute work requirements for Medicaid and merit pay for all public school teachers and administrators. “I spent most of last year working tirelessly to help send Donald Trump back to the …

Vivek Ramaswamy to make BIG announcement on February 24; Is he planning to run for Ohio governor after DOGE exit?
1 month ago

Vivek Ramaswamy to make BIG announcement on February 24; Is he planning to run for Ohio governor after DOGE exit?

Live Mint  

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Cincinnati-born biotech entrepreneur who departed the Department of Government Efficiency initiative on President Donald Trump's first day, is set to make a big announcement on February 24. In a post on X, Ramaswamy said, “Big announcement tomorrow, starting in the heart of America: Butler County.” Vivek Ramaswamy to run for Ohio Governor? Earlier in January too, when …

Millionaire Vivek Ramaswamy set to join Ohio governor's race
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1 month ago

Millionaire Vivek Ramaswamy set to join Ohio governor's race

The Hindu  

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Cincinnati-born biotech entrepreneur who departed the Department of Government Efficiency initiative on President Donald Trump's first day, was expected to launch his bid for Ohio governor Monday, February 24, 2025. Mr. Ramaswamy sought the GOP nomination for president in 2024 before dropping out to back Mr. Trump, who later tapped him to co-chair the efficiency initiative with …

Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy joins the Ohio governor’s race
1 month ago

Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy joins the Ohio governor’s race

Associated Press  

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Vivek Ramaswamy, the Cincinnati-born biotech entrepreneur who departed the Department of Government Efficiency initiative on President Donald Trump’s first day, launched his bid for Ohio governor Monday with promises to institute work requirements for Medicaid and merit pay for all public school teachers and administrators. “I spent most of last year working tirelessly to help send Donald …

Vivek Ramaswamy announces 2026 bid for Ohio governor
1 month ago

Vivek Ramaswamy announces 2026 bid for Ohio governor

CNN  

CNN — Vivek Ramaswamy announced Monday evening that he is running for governor of Ohio in 2026, capping a rapid-fire sequence of events in recent weeks that included the former GOP presidential candidate exiting President Donald Trump’s government efficiency effort and being passed over for the US Senate seat vacated by Vice President JD Vance. Trump endorsed Ramaswamy’s gubernatorial bid …

Vivek Ramaswamy responds to claims Elon Musk fired him from DOGE: ‘It’s not a one-man show’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vivek Ramaswamy responds to claims Elon Musk fired him from DOGE: ‘It’s not a one-man show’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Vivek Ramaswamy is pushing back on the idea he was …

Inside the Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy DOGE divorce
2 months ago

Inside the Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy DOGE divorce

Live Mint  

WASHINGTON—The Department of Government Efficiency was originally envisioned as a joint Elon Musk–Vivek Ramaswamy mission outside the federal government. A frequent poster on Musk’s X platform, Ramaswamy also angered some Trump supporters and aides in late December when he let loose with a long message as part of a debate over H-1B visas, suggesting some U.S. technology companies hire foreign …

Elon Musk wanted Vivek Ramaswamy out of DOGE due H-1B visa ‘differences’; Tesla CEO’s clout surges in Trump 2.0: Report
2 months ago

Elon Musk wanted Vivek Ramaswamy out of DOGE due H-1B visa ‘differences’; Tesla CEO’s clout surges in Trump 2.0: Report

Live Mint  

Indian-origin Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy pulled out of the Department of Government Efficiency – envisaged by US president Donald Trump to trim the administration – due to differences with Elon Musk over H-1B visas, a report has suggested, indicating the growing clout of the Tesla CEO in the new US dispensation. Hours after Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th US …

Did Musk Ice Out Indian-Origin Ramaswamy From Trump's Team Over a Tweet?
2 months ago

Did Musk Ice Out Indian-Origin Ramaswamy From Trump's Team Over a Tweet?

ABP News  

Indian-origin entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy opted out of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency hours after Donald Trump took oath as the 47th president of the United States on Monday. Though Ramaswamy hinted at his plans to run for Ohio governor, there are multiple reports claiming tech billionaire and Trump's close favourite Elon Musk's role behind Ramawamy's exit from the …

Vivek Ramaswamy ejected from Elon Musk's DOGE over a tweet? Internet speculates
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2 months ago

Vivek Ramaswamy ejected from Elon Musk's DOGE over a tweet? Internet speculates

Hindustan Times  

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Indian-American entrepreneur who sought the 2024 Republican nomination for US president, has left the newly-established Department of Government Efficiency, the White House said on Monday. I’m confident that Elon & team will succeed in streamlining the government,” Ramaswamy said in a post on X. Vivek Ramaswamy's rant on American culture amid H-1B debate According to a Politico …

Elon Musk's White House stint begins, he now has an office, official email address
2 months ago

Elon Musk's White House stint begins, he now has an office, official email address

Hindustan Times  

Billionaire Elon Musk has already secured a White House email address and office space, clearing the way for him to launch the cost-cutting effort he’s called the Department of Government Efficiency. Billionaire Elon Musk has already obtained an office space and a White House email address, paving the stage for him to start the Department of Government Efficiency, a cost-cutting …

Indian-origin Vivek Ramaswamy Opts Out Of Trump's New Panel To 'Save America', Says This About Musk
2 months ago

Indian-origin Vivek Ramaswamy Opts Out Of Trump's New Panel To 'Save America', Says This About Musk

ABP News  

Indian-origin entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy opted out of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency hours after Donald Trump took oath as the 47th president of the United States on Monday. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/f1YFZm8X13 — Vivek Ramaswamy January 20, 2025 'Ramaswamy Played Critical Role In Helping Create DOGE' Anna Kelly, a spokesperson for the commission, said Ramaswamy played a critical role in …

Why Vivek Ramaswamy won't serve in Trump's Department of Government Efficiency
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2 months ago

Why Vivek Ramaswamy won't serve in Trump's Department of Government Efficiency

India Today  

Vivek Ramaswamy won't serve in the department of government efficiency, the White House announced on Monday. President Donald Trump had picked him to lead the department alongside billionaire Elon Musk last November, but Ramaswamy decided to part ways. When Trump picked Ramaswamy and Musk in November, he exuded confidence in the duo and said, "Together, these two wonderful Americans will …

Why Vivek Ramaswamy, who played ‘critical role’ in creating DOGE, opts out after Trump took charge
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2 months ago

Why Vivek Ramaswamy, who played ‘critical role’ in creating DOGE, opts out after Trump took charge

India TV News  

Soon after Donald Trump took oath as the 47th President of the United States, Vivek Ramaswamy announced that he will no longer be a part of the Department of Government Efficiency for which Trump had selected him to lead alongside Elon Musk. Most importantly, we're all-in to help President Trump make America great again," Ramaswamy said in a post on …

Ramaswamy won't serve on Trump's government efficiency commission as he mulls run for Ohio governor
2 months ago

Ramaswamy won't serve on Trump's government efficiency commission as he mulls run for Ohio governor

The Hindu  

Vivek Ramaswamy is no longer part of the government efficiency commission that President Donald Trump selected him to lead alongside billionaire Elon Musk. Mr. Ramaswamy's departure from the Department of Government Efficiency was confirmed hours after Mr. Trump took office Monday. Follow Trump inauguration LIVE Updates here Mr. Ramaswamy, who sought the 2024 Republican nomination for president, has signalled plans …

Why Vivek Ramaswamy won't serve in Trump's Department of Government Efficiency
2 months ago

Why Vivek Ramaswamy won't serve in Trump's Department of Government Efficiency

Hindustan Times  

Vivek Ramaswamy is no longer part of the department of government efficiency that President Donald Trump selected him to lead alongside billionaire Elon Musk, the White House announced on Monday. Ramaswamy's exit from the Department of Government Efficiency was confirmed just hours after Trump took office on Monday. We thank him immensely for his contributions over the last 2 months …

Vivek Ramaswamy Is Already Out At DOGE
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2 months ago

Vivek Ramaswamy Is Already Out At DOGE

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Vivek Ramaswamy is no longer part of the government efficiency commission that President Donald Trump selected him to lead alongside billionaire Elon Musk. Ramaswamy’s departure from the Department of Government Efficiency was confirmed hours after Trump took office Monday. “Vivek Ramaswamy played a critical role in helping us create DOGE,” Anna Kelly, a spokesperson for the commission, …

Ramaswamy won’t serve on Trump’s government efficiency commission as he mulls run for Ohio governor
2 months ago

Ramaswamy won’t serve on Trump’s government efficiency commission as he mulls run for Ohio governor

Associated Press  

▶ Follow live updates on President Donald Trump’s return to Washington The Department of Government Efficiency’s first order of business was itself: It’s now down to one leader. Vivek Ramaswamy is no longer part of the commission that President Donald Trump championed, officials confirmed hours after the Republican took office Monday, and that leaves billionaire Elon Musk to run the …

Vivek Ramaswamy expected to exit DOGE, leaving Elon Musk at the helm: Here's why
2 months ago

Vivek Ramaswamy expected to exit DOGE, leaving Elon Musk at the helm: Here's why

Hindustan Times  

Vivek Ramaswamy, co-leader of the Department of Government Efficiency alongside Elon Musk, is reportedly considering stepping down from the role. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson walks with Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk, who is carrying his son X Æ A-Xii, as they walk to a meeting to discuss President-elect Donald Trump's planned Department of Government Efficiency, on Capitol Hill …

‘Everyone wants him out': How Musk helped boot Ramaswamy from DOGE
2 months ago

‘Everyone wants him out': How Musk helped boot Ramaswamy from DOGE

Politico  

Ramaswamy “just burned through the bridges and he finally burned Elon,” said a Republican strategist close to Trump advisers. In late December, Ramaswamy criticized American culture, saying that tech companies hire foreign workers in part because of a mindset in the country that has “venerated mediocrity over excellence.” “They wanted him out before the tweet — but kicked him to …

Is Vivek Ramaswamy running for Ohio governor? He thinks it's 'not a bad idea'
2 months ago

Is Vivek Ramaswamy running for Ohio governor? He thinks it's 'not a bad idea'

India Today  

Vivek Ramaswamy isn't running for Ohio governor - at least not yet. However, X's community notes quickly flagged the post, clarifying that it wasn't from Ramaswamy's official account. Take a look at the post here: Vivek Ramaswamy made headlines after dropping out of the Republican presidential race and throwing his support behind Donald Trump. While Ramaswamy may not be eyeing …

DOGE co-head Vivek Ramaswamy poised to announce bid for governor: report
2 months ago

DOGE co-head Vivek Ramaswamy poised to announce bid for governor: report

Raw Story  

Vivek Ramaswamy reportedly intends to announce he'll run for governor of Ohio while also running the Department of Government Efficiency in Washington, D.C., according to a report. This comes after President-elect Donald Trump urged Ramaswamy to replace Sen. J.D. “Vivek’s base plan remains same: to get accomplishments at DOGE and then announce a run for governor shortly,” said an Ohio …

Trump’s DOGE co-chair Vivek Ramaswamy reportedly announcing campaign for Ohio governor
2 months ago

Trump’s DOGE co-chair Vivek Ramaswamy reportedly announcing campaign for Ohio governor

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Vivek Ramaswamy, the billionaire biotech entrepreneur joining Elon Musk to …

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy bring Trump’s DOGE to Capitol Hill
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy bring Trump’s DOGE to Capitol Hill

The Hindu  

Billionaire Elon Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy spent several hours Thursday swapping ideas with lawmakers about President-elect Donald Trump's DOGE initiative to dismantle parts of the federal government. Musk and Ramaswamy have said they plan to work alongside the White House's Office of Management and Budget, headed by Trump's nominee Russ Vought, a mastermind of past cuts. “We are …

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy bring Trump’s DOGE to Capitol Hill
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy bring Trump’s DOGE to Capitol Hill

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Billionaire Elon Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy spent several hours Thursday swapping ideas with lawmakers about President-elect Donald Trump’sDOGE initiative to dismantle parts of the federal government. “We’re going to see a lot of change around here in Washington,” said House Speaker Mike Johnson, as Musk, with his young son on his shoulders, breezed by and into …

This Week in Explainers: What changes will Musk and Ramaswamy-led DOGE bring to the US
4 months, 1 week ago

This Week in Explainers: What changes will Musk and Ramaswamy-led DOGE bring to the US

Firstpost  

US President-elect Donald Trump is fast filling the positions in his new administration. This and more in our weekly roundup US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency. 2) This week also saw Trump putting the biggest question to bed — would he find a place for his ‘buddy’ …

New ‘Department Of Government Efficiency’ Is Actually A Familiar Swamp Creature
4 months, 1 week ago

New ‘Department Of Government Efficiency’ Is Actually A Familiar Swamp Creature

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump has named entrepreneurs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to head a new initiative aimed at cutting federal spending. Everybody wants to be on a blue-ribbon committee.” In his Monday announcement about DOGE, Trump indicated it would not be a formal part of his administration, saying it would instead “provide advice and guidance …

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy won’t get paid to lead DOGE? World’s richest man claims
4 months, 1 week ago

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy won’t get paid to lead DOGE? World’s richest man claims

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump recently announced that billionaire Elon Musk and former Republican Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy would jointly head the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency. Donald Trump announced that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will jointly manage the Department of Government Efficiency or DOGE. In a statement on the social networking platform Truth Social, Donald Trump announced that this department …

Elon Musk teases ‘major’ govt reform on X bio, Vivek Ramaswamy vows ‘will not go gently’ after Trump’s DOGE announcement
4 months, 1 week ago

Elon Musk teases ‘major’ govt reform on X bio, Vivek Ramaswamy vows ‘will not go gently’ after Trump’s DOGE announcement

Live Mint  

US News: Elon Musk updates his X bio to “The people voted for major government reform” as Vivek Ramaswamy states, “We will not go gently,@elonmusk”, after Donald Trump announces their appointment to lead the Department of Government Efficiency Vivek Ramaswamy, the Indian-American entrepreneur and former GOP presidential candidate, also announced his withdrawal from the race for the Ohio Senate seat …

Trump names Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to head new Efficiency Department to clean up bureaucracy
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump names Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to head new Efficiency Department to clean up bureaucracy

Firstpost  

Musk and Ramaswamy are now part of Trump’s incoming team. The US President-elect has announced that ‘great’ Elon Musk, working in conjunction with ‘American Patriot’ Vivek Ramaswamy, will lead the Department of Government Efficiency US President-elect Donald Trump names Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the Department of Government Efficiency. US President-elect Donald Trump said Tesla and SpaceX CEO …

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will form outside group to advise White House on government efficiency
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4 months, 1 week ago

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will form outside group to advise White House on government efficiency

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said Elon Musk and former GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy will lead a new “Department of Government Efficiency” — which is not, despite the name, a government agency. Trump said in a statement that Musk and Ramaswamy will work from outside the government to offer the White House “advice and guidance” and will …

Donald Trump Taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to Lead Nonexistent Department of Government Efficiency
55 years, 2 months ago

Donald Trump Taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to Lead Nonexistent Department of Government Efficiency

Wired  

President-elect Donald Trump announced tonight that he would be appointing billionaire Elon Musk and former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to head a new Department of Government Efficiency upon taking office in 2025. “These two wonderful Americans will pave the way for my Administration to dismantle Government Bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure Federal Agencies,” stated the …

Donald Trump picks Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead DOGE under ‘Save America’ movement
4 months, 1 week ago

Donald Trump picks Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead DOGE under ‘Save America’ movement

Live Mint  

Trump 2.0: US President-elect Donald Trump said that Tesla chief Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will lead the Department of Government Efficiency. "Together, these two wonderful Americans will pave the way for my Administration to dismantle Government Bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure Federal Agencies - Essential to the 'Save America' Movement," Trump said in a statement, …

Trump taps Musk to lead a 'Department of Government Efficiency' with Ramaswamy
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump taps Musk to lead a 'Department of Government Efficiency' with Ramaswamy

NPR  

Trump taps Musk to lead a 'Department of Government Efficiency' with Ramaswamy toggle caption Andrew Caballero-Reynolds and Alain Jocard/AFP via Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump has tapped Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to head what he's calling the "Department of Government Efficiency" — an acronym that is an apparent wink to the dog-themed cryptocurrency by the same name that started …

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will advise White House on government efficiency
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump says Musk, Ramaswamy will advise White House on government efficiency

LA Times  

Elon Musk speaks at a campaign rally for Donald Trump at Madison Square Garden in October. President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said Elon Musk and former GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy will lead a new “Department of Government Efficiency” — which is not, despite the name, a government agency. Trump said in a statement that Musk and Ramaswamy will work …

Vivek Ramaswamy's top aide quits, jumps ship to join Donald Trump over US presidential bid
1 year, 3 months ago

Vivek Ramaswamy's top aide quits, jumps ship to join Donald Trump over US presidential bid

Hindustan Times  

A senior aide to Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has resigned and joined former President Donald Trump's White House campaign, a Ramaswamy spokesperson said on Wednesday. Former biotech executive and presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Brian Swensen, a national political director for Ramaswamy who had been focusing much of his time on the crucial early nominating state of New Hampshire, left …

‘Want Elon Musk as advisor if elected president’: US' Vivek Ramaswamy
1 year, 6 months ago

‘Want Elon Musk as advisor if elected president’: US' Vivek Ramaswamy

Hindustan Times  

The youngest Presidential candidate from the Republican Party Vivek Ramaswamy suggested that he would like to bring Elon Musk on as an advisor if elected President in the US Presidential elections 2024, according to The Hill. Vivek Ramaswamy The conservative entrepreneur said at a town hall in Iowa that he would bring in people with “a blank fresh impression” to …

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