Merve Berker
20 January 2025•Update: 20 January 2025
ANKARA
Vivek Ramaswamy, co-leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and a biotech entrepreneur, is reportedly preparing to leave his position to launch a gubernatorial campaign in Ohio, with an announcement expected as early as late January, according to media reports.
Ramaswamy, who was appointed by President-elect Donald Trump to co-lead DOGE alongside entrepreneur Elon Musk, is said to have faced tensions within the task force, according to the CBS News broadcaster.
Sources told the broadcaster that people close to Musk have expressed frustration with Ramaswamy’s limited participation in the project.
“Vivek has worn out his welcome,” one person close to Trump said.
Although Ramaswamy has declined to comment, his recent meeting with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has fueled speculation about his political ambitions.
DeWine, however, recently appointed his lieutenant governor to a vacant Senate seat, signaling potential hurdles for Ramaswamy’s path.
The DOGE task force, which aims to streamline federal operations and reduce bureaucracy, remains a centerpiece of Trump’s agenda.
Despite stepping back, Ramaswamy’s role in shaping the initiative alongside Musk has been widely acknowledged.
Politico was the first to report on Ramaswamy’s potential departure.
Known for his focus on culture wars, Ramaswamy has gained prominence in conservative circles through his political rhetoric and business background as a former hedge fund manager and biotech entrepreneur.
