COLUMBUS, Ohio — Following Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy’s announcement of Senate President Rob McColley as his running mate in the 2026 election, support for the Republican ticket is pouring in from leaders across Ohio and around the country.
A 'Millennial Moment' for the dap up, Vivek Ramaswamy and Rob McColley are Ohio's future 🇺🇸@VivekGRamaswamy @Rob_McColley pic.twitter.com/i32cqHv81Z
— Ohio Republican Party (@ohiogop) January 8, 2026
The announcement has been met with widespread praise from elected officials, conservative leaders, and key stakeholders, highlighting the strength, experience, and momentum behind the Ramaswamy–McColley ticket as Republicans look ahead to November.
— Alex Triantafilou (@ChairmanAlex) January 6, 2026
My statement endorsing Vivek Ramaswamy for Governor and Rob McColley for Lieutenant Governor: pic.twitter.com/f3Db1FRtYZ
— Governor Mike DeWine (@GovMikeDeWine) January 7, 2026
As a former Lt. Governor, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to my friend @Rob_McColley on being selected as lieutenant governor nominee by Vivek Ramaswamy. Our shared roots in northwest Ohio make this moment even more special.
— Jon Husted (@JonHusted) January 7, 2026
As Lt. Governor, Rob has the opportunity…
.@Rob_McColley is a conservative champion and a sharp policy mind. I’ve had the privilege of working with him in the state senate and now as Secretary of State, and I'm honored to call him a friend. @VivekGRamaswamy has laid out a series of bold and innovative ideas, and Rob has… pic.twitter.com/kp0OpCcSUJ
— Frank LaRose (@FrankLaRose) January 7, 2026
Rob McColley knows state government. He’s a solid choice for lieutenant governor and will strengthen the whole ticket.
— Dave Yost (@DaveYostOH) January 7, 2026
Matt Huffman, Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives
Rob McColley is a solid, strong conservative leader who has the experience and expertise it takes to promote good policy and find solutions to Ohio’s most pressing issues. We’ve been friends and colleagues for many years, serving together on the Leadership team in the Senate and now as counterparts in our respective chambers of the Legislature. He’s an outstanding choice for Vivek Ramaswamy’s running mate and will make a great Lt. Governor.
Congratulations to my good friend Senate President @Rob_McColley on being selected to join Vivek Ramaswamy as Lt. Governor!
— Ohio Senator Theresa Gavarone (@theresagavarone) January 7, 2026
I’ve know President McColley since I first joined the legislature in 2016, and I’ve been honored to serve on his Senate leadership team. I know he will… pic.twitter.com/pCavLBrkJ3
@Rob_McColley is a fantastic choice for Lt. Governor! I’m proud to serve as a member of his leadership team in the Senate and, having worked closely with him, I’m confident that he will continue to serve our state with excellence alongside our next Governor, @VivekGRamaswamy. https://t.co/rUBDhf4bKs
— State Senator George Lang (@LangForOhio) January 7, 2026
Congratulations to my friend and colleague @Rob_McColley. He is an EXCELLENT choice! I am confident that he will make a wonderful Lieutenant Governor for @VivekGRamaswamy pic.twitter.com/FlpaaJ5Qjy
— State Senator Kristina Roegner (@kristinaroegner) January 7, 2026
President McColley is an excellent pick! https://t.co/ljqOXgfOCX
— Jane Timken (@JaneTimkenOH) January 6, 2026
I want to congratulate Senate President Rob McColley on being selected by @VivekGRamaswamy as his running mate in the 2026 gubernatorial campaign. Rob is a proven conservative leader, and I wish both of them success as they move forward. pic.twitter.com/NxS5INnezj
— Phil Plummer (@PhilPlummerOH) January 7, 2026
Excellent choice by @VivekGRamaswamy. Senate President McColley is an experienced conservative legislator who will be recognized around the state and will be a total asset on the campaign trail. https://t.co/61GA1GcyGG
— Adam Bird (@AdamCBird) January 7, 2026
This is a phenomenal pick by @VivekGRamaswamy and I’m incredibly happy for my friend @Rob_McColley. Rob’s been a friend since long before either of us were in politics, and I’m very excited for Ohio that he’ll be our next Lieutenant Governor. https://t.co/XEeAiUgMpH
— Brian Stewart (@BrianStewartOH) January 7, 2026
I applaud @VivekGRamaswamy For his selection of @Rob_McColley for LG. They will make a great team and compliment each other in Ohio’s Executive Branch. The best is yet to come. 💪🇺🇸https://t.co/w0ptrC1XA9
— Rep Gary Click 🇺🇸 💯👍 (@clickforohio) January 6, 2026
Vivek Ramaswamy taps Ohio state Senate president as his running mate in campaign for governor.
— Angie King (@AngieNadineKing) January 6, 2026
Great, choice! Congratulations @Rob_McColley.
Looking forward to working with you & @VivekGRamaswamy next GA. https://t.co/AtK471m21V via @nbcnews
I’m ecstatic that @Rob_McColley has been tapped as Lt. Gov. by @VivekGRamaswamy.
— Rep. Nick Santucci (@NickSSantucci) January 7, 2026
Rob is someone I’ve respected for a long time & this winning ticket gives Ohio the chance to lead the nation w/strong, principled policy.
I look forward to working w/them to deliver results for OH. https://t.co/D1wENV7nZX
Congratulations to Senate President Rob McColley on being selected as Vivek Ramaswamy’s Lieutenant Governor.
— Rep. Josh Williams (@JoshWilliamsOH) January 7, 2026
This is a proven conservative team ready to defend freedom, grow our state's economy, and keep Ohio moving in the right direction.
I am eager to support this winning… https://t.co/i5KoHc1Fve
LETS GO!! OUT OF THE PARK PICK. @VivekGRamaswamy has a bold vision for Ohio to vault us out from the middle of the pack and make us a LEADER in the nation. Rob is the right man to help make this happen. Here’s the man I’ve seen through the years at the statehouse🧵 https://t.co/sUaNhR7yLY
— Aaron Baer (@aarbaer) January 6, 2026
OUTSTANDING pick by @VivekGRamaswamy
— Donovan O'Neil (@dtoneil) January 6, 2026
I've personally known @Rob_McColley since he was a State Representative in NW Ohio.
He is a solid conservative with a proven track record of lower taxes, cutting red tape, expanding education opportunity and curbing spending.
His… https://t.co/of00YJr9Hj
Phenomenal choice by @VivekGRamaswamy. @Rob_McColley has been a champion on regulatory reform, education choice and just last year was the primary driver of getting Ohio to a flat personal income tax rate. Well deserved congratulations! https://t.co/uT2kFPZrZl
— Tim Ross (@TimRossOH) January 6, 2026
ACT Ohio Executive Director Matt Szollosi issues statement of support following announcement of Ramaswamy-McColley team: pic.twitter.com/Wf6iFznVn7
— ACT OHIO | Ohio Building Trades (@ACTOHIO1) January 7, 2026
The below statement can be attributed to Ohio Chamber President & CEO Steve Stivers following Vivek Ramaswamy's selection of Ohio Senate President Rob McColley as his running mate for lieutenant governor. pic.twitter.com/Lz62wKeDjb
— Ohio Chamber (@OhioChamber) January 7, 2026
We are thrilled that @VivekGRamaswamy has chosen our friend and great Senator @Rob_McColley to be Ohio's next Lieutenant Governor! Together, they will do great things for our great State.
— Putnam County Republican Party (@PutnamGOP) January 7, 2026
When Ohio looks for leaders, Ohio looks Northwest! pic.twitter.com/IrV8ZozY2a
Congratulations to our Senate President and future Lieutenant Governor, Rob McColley! He’s a fantastic leader and legislator who always puts Ohio first. Fantastic choice by our future Governor! pic.twitter.com/V0hv4ZwBB4
— Meredith Freedhoff (@Meredith4OH) January 7, 2026
Congratulations to Senate President @Rob_McColley on being selected as Vivek's running mate!
— Ohio Young Republicans (@OhioYRs) January 6, 2026
Last year Senator McColley spoke at our 90th Anniversary Gala and was awarded one of our Order of the Elephants. It's awesome to see such a young ticket on the ballot! pic.twitter.com/yjpsGyeTBK
We've known @Rob_McColley for years, he's an all time great and the best possible LG candidate. Can't get better for NW Ohio.
— Lucas County Young Republicans (@LucasCountyYRs) January 7, 2026
Terrific choice. For both men and for Ohio. https://t.co/vLvORPgYXi
— Hugh Hewitt (@hughhewitt) January 7, 2026
