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Former Republican presidential candidate and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy said he has spoken to former President Trump about a “substantial role” in his possible administration. Ramaswamy joined OutKick’s “Maintaining with Tyrus” for an interview to discuss his political future, more than six months after he suspended his presidential bid and endorsed Trump. He has been floated as a possible gubernatorial candidate in his home state of Ohio, and he says he’s been considered as a replacement for Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance (Ohio) in the Senate, should Trump and Vance win the White House. “Governor is something that people...

Bloomberg News reported on Monday, “Trump personally told Ramaswamy he won’t be his vice presidential pick, according to people briefed on the discussion, but is considering him for posts including Homeland Security secretary. Some Trump allies see Ramaswamy as ideal for the job because they say he excels at public speaking and, as an Indian-American son of an immigrant, could neutralize criticism of sweeping immigration restrictions.” Ramaswamy has been a loyal supporter of Trump, even when the two were battling in the Republican primary. After leaving the race, Ramaswamy promptly endorsed and began campaigning for Trump