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Vance Defends Ramaswamy Ad Featuring Acton’s Mother Despite Backlash

Outlet: The New York Times · Campbell Robertson and Bayliss Wagner · Published 21/10/2026 18:29 UTC

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The vice president backed an advertisement featuring Democrat Amy Acton’s mother, who has been estranged from Dr. Acton since her stepfather was charged with child rape.

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  1. Excerpt · detected on 21/10/2026 19:08 UTC

    The vice president backed an advertisement featuring Democrat Amy Acton’s mother, who has been estranged from Ms. Dr. Acton since her stepfather was charged with child rape.

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  2. Headline · detected on 21/10/2026 19:08 UTC

    Vance Defends Ramaswamy’s Ramaswamy Ad as Featuring Acton’s Mother Despite Backlash Threatens Ohio Campaign

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