The co-leader of Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency initiative plans to announce a run for Ohio governor, two people familiar with his plans said.

However, Gov. Mike DeWine chose Lt. Gov. Jon Husted for the position on Friday. Ramaswamy, who grew up in the Cincinnati area and lives in suburban Columbus, emerged as a late contender for the Senate seat after withdrawing himself from consideration two months ago.

The Ohio-based biotech entrepreneur has emerged as a leading contender to succeed Vice President-elect JD Vance in the U.S. Senate.