Key Takeaways:

• Vivek Ramaswamy denies being fired from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) co-led with Elon Musk.
• He emphasizes a mutual discussion leading to his exit, focusing on his differing approach compared to Musk.
• Ramaswamy is reportedly eyeing a run for elected office soon, possibly in Ohio.

In a recent interview, Vivek Ramaswamy addressed the speculation surrounding his departure from President Trump's new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Ramaswamy, who co-led the department alongside billionaire Elon Musk, clarified that he was not fired but left of his own accord after a “mutual discussion” with Musk. When pressed by Fox News host Jesse Watters about rumors of a falling out, Ramaswamy refuted such claims stating, “I think that’s incorrect.” He elaborated that he and Musk had "different and complementary approaches" to achieving their goals, with Ramaswamy focusing more on constitutional law and legislative methods, while Musk leaned towards technology solutions, describing him as the best person to lead in that area.

Ramaswamy's comments follow his confirmation to Fox News on January 27 that he intends to pursue a political office soon, which he deemed necessary after announcing his departure from DOGE, a role that reportedly required him to step back from active participation in the new advisory group. Speculation around his candidacy has been rife, with reports suggesting he is considering a gubernatorial run in Ohio. Ramaswamy remarked, “When you’re talking about a constitutional revival, it’s not just done through the federal government; it’s done through federalism, where states also lead the way.” His intentions were further backed by comments made in a previous interview where he mentioned plans to outline his future aspirations shortly.

Addressing whether his exit signaled turmoil between him and Musk, Ramaswamy affirmed, “I wish him well, and we’re on the same page,” while promoting the idea of “divide and conquer” as a strategy for improving governance in the country. His commitment to supporting Trump’s vision for America remains evident, as Ramaswamy noted his pride in contributing to the establishment of DOGE and expressed confidence in Musk's potential to advance its objectives.

As Ramaswamy prepares to navigate his next political step, he is expected to provide further details about his future plans soon, heightening interest in his potential candidacy in Ohio, according to HuffPost and The Hill.

Ramaswamy previously expressed his intent to publicly discuss his next moves and maintain a positive outlook regarding his time in the DOGE, connecting it with his broader political aspirations for the future.