Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy posted a video on X from a rally in Youngstown, stating that ending sanctuary cities, backing the blue, locking up criminals, and restoring the rule of law is what Ohioans want. The post has drawn hundreds of replies, with many users questioning the message in connection with his past comments on H-1B visas and Americans. Online discussion has focused on whether the statement aligns with his broader immigration positions, according to the thread.
In the clip, Ramaswamy speaks at a podium before a crowd, with a banner noting the live broadcast from Youngstown. He states, “Your first act of entering this country cannot break the law. That is why we are ending sanctuary cities in the state of Ohio. On my watch, when I lead this state from Cincinnati to Cleveland, we follow the rule of law in the United States of America, and we support the rule of law here in the state of Ohio.”
He continues, “We will back the blue. We will lock up the criminals. We will prosecute the fraudsters, and we will fight for you and protect the law-abiding citizens of this state. That is who we are as Americans.” The footage shows the audience clapping during portions of the remarks; it does not show events before or after the clip…