Watch · October 28, 2026

Trump defends Vivek Ramaswamy's ad featuring Amy Acton's estranged mother at an Ohio rally as criticism of the ad continues

From the LeftThe Bulwark

The Bulwark: .@SarahAMatthews1 reacts to Trump defending Vivek’s vile ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother, who sided with the man who sexually abused her as a child as Ohio Republicans give him a standing ovation.

Score:D

Mixes in the reporter's opinion and uses loaded words.

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From the CenterNewsNation

NewsNation: Vivek Ramaswamy is facing bipartisan criticism over a campaign ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother. Former Rep. Tim Ryan and radio host Bill Cunningham debate whether the ad is relevant, Acton’s COVID-19 record and Ramaswamy’s connection with Ohio voters.

Score:A

No problems found.

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From the RightWashington Examiner

Washington Examiner: Amy Acton reacts to Ramaswamy Ad

Score:B

Leaves out key context.

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From the LeftThe Bulwark: .@SarahAMatthews1 reacts to Trump defending Vivek’s vile ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother, who sided with the man who sexually abused her as a child as Ohio Republicans give him a standing ovation.
Grade: D (64/100). Mixes in the reporter's opinion and uses loaded words.
CenterNewsNation: Vivek Ramaswamy is facing bipartisan criticism over a campaign ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother. Former Rep. Tim Ryan and radio host Bill Cunningham debate whether the ad is relevant, Acton’s COVID-19 record and Ramaswamy’s connection with Ohio voters.
Grade: A (100/100). No problems found.
From the RightWashington Examiner: Amy Acton reacts to Ramaswamy Ad
Grade: B (82/100). Leaves out key context.

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