From Mother Jones · Abby Vesoulis · · 1m
Ohio GOP Uses Ad Targeting Amy Acton's Abuse History
Ohio Republican Vivek Ramaswamy runs ad claiming Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton lied about childhood rape.
In brief
Ohio Republican Vivek Ramaswamy runs ad claiming Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton lied about childhood rape. Ohio Republican Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign released an ad accusing Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton of lying about childhood sexual abuse. Originally reported by Mother Jones.
Amy Acton's Childhood Abuse
Amy Acton says she last saw her mother in person when her stepfather was charged for raping her as a minor.
Mother Stays Married to Rapist
Donna Arthur, Acton's mother, stayed married to her stepfather despite his arrest and warrants for his arrest.
Ramaswamy Campaign Ad
Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign released an ad claiming Acton lied about her childhood sexual abuse.
Ramaswamy's Campaign Statement
Ramaswamy said the ad was from his campaign and that Acton has been hiding from issues impacting Ohioans.
Vance Defends Ramaswamy
Vice President JD Vance criticized Democrats for focusing on the ad instead of congressional actions.
The one thing
Ohio Republican Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign released an ad accusing Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton of lying about childhood sexual abuse.
