Trump defends Ramaswamy ad despite bipartisan backlash

What happened: President Trump defended a controversial campaign ad from Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy that features the estranged mother of his opponent, Amy Acton. Why it matters: The ad drew bipartisan backlash, and Trump's defense keeps the controversy attached to the Ohio governor's race. Coverage: 7 outlets in 24h

Trump defending Ramaswamy ad amid bipartisan backlash signals geopolitical controversy.

Trump defending Ramaswamy ad amid bipartisan backlash signals geopolitical controversy. — impact context not separately stored; see What changed.