A multi-millionaire former biotech executive, Vivek Ramaswamy ended his presidential race on Monday and endorsed Donald Trump after he failed in the Republican Party’s first nominating contest in Iowa.
Ramaswamy whp was born in Ohio to immigrant parents from southern India, was one of the surprises of the 2024 Republican race.
The 38-year-old entrepreneur who is a supporter of Trump throughout the campaign, likely secured himself a spot in Republican politics going forward with his youthful demeanor, deep pockets and fast-talking, pugnacious campaigning.
“There is no path for me to be the next president,” Ramaswamy told supporters in Des Moines after partial results from the Iowa caucus showed him in fourth place with around 7.7% of votes.
In Trump’s victory speech he said. “I also want to congratulate Vivek, because he did a hell of a job.’’
