A new face is in the 2026 Ohio governor’s race. Dr. Amy Acton announced her candidacy, becoming the first Democrat to join the mix. She is the 3rd major player to announce their desire to run for the seat. The other 2 heavy hitters are Republicans LT. Governor Jon Husted and Attorney General Dave Yost. Doctor Amy Acton is mostly known for her work during the COVID-19 pandemic, when she gave daily Coronavirus briefings alongside Governor Mike DeWine, who can’t run again because he is term-limited. The Governor must first fill JD Vance’s vacant Senate seat. An announcement is expected soon.