Washington [US], November 5 (ANI): American entrepreneur and politician Vivek Ramaswamy on Wednesday issued a sharp warning to the Republican Party following Democrats’ sweeping victories in key races across the United States.
Speaking on X, Ramaswamy described the results as a “wake-up call,” urging the GOP to shift its focus to economic issues and abandon identity-based rhetoric. “We got our defeat handed to us in New Jersey, Virginia, and New York City. Democrats swept all,” Ramaswamy said in a video posted on the platform.
“There are two key lessons for Republicans. Listen carefully: Number one, our side needs to focus on affordability—make the American dream affordable. Bring down costs: electric, grocery, healthcare, and housing. Lay out clearly how we’re going to do it,” he said.
Calling for an end to identity politics, Ramaswamy added, “Number two, cut out identity politics. It doesn’t suit Republicans. It’s the woke left’s game. We don’t care about the color of your skin or religion; we care about the content of your character. That’s who we are.”
Ramaswamy, who previously sought the Republican presidential nomination, is now running for governor of Ohio in the GOP primary scheduled for May 5, 2026. His remarks come after a night of significant Democratic victories nationwide.
Democrat Zohran Mamdani won the New York City mayoral race, becoming the first Indian-American and Muslim to hold the office. In New Jersey, Mikie Sherrill secured the governorship, while Virginia elected Abigail Spanberger as its first female governor and Jay Jones defeated incumbent Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares.
Even before final results were tallied, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York framed the outcomes as a rejection of former President Donald Trump’s influence. “Tonight’s results are a repudiation of the Trump agenda,” Schumer said. “The cruelty, chaos, and greed that define MAGA radicalism—and are driving skyrocketing costs—were firmly rejected by the American people. It’s a good night for Democrats and our fight to lower costs, improve healthcare, and build a better future for American families.” (ANI)
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