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How Ramaswamy's attack ad against Acton is swaying Ohio voters' preferences

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President Trump is actively campaigning in the final days before the 2026 midterm elections, which will decide control of Congress. In Ohio, a contentious race between Republican candidate Shweta Ramaswamy and Democratic nominee Tim Acton has intensified due to an attack ad by Ramaswamy. Republican strategist Rina Shah and Democratic strategist Robyn Patterson are discussing the impact of this ad on voter preferences in Ohio, highlighting its divisive nature in a critical state for the upcoming elections.

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