ANALYSIS: Ramaswamy’s Rise in Polls Impresses Insiders

Political strategists and insiders, including a source from a rival campaign, weigh in on Vivek Ramaswamy’s rise in the 2024 GOP presidential field. Topics include the competition for the non-Trump lane and the frequent comparisons between Ramaswamy and Andrew Yang.

Vivek Ramaswamy, 2024 Republican presidential hopeful. Giorgio Viera/AFP via Getty Images

Over the past few months, Americans have started to get to know Vivek Ramaswamy.

After announcing his candidacy on “Tucker Carlson Tonight,” the 37-year-old entrepreneur has put in the work, touring key early states and racking up media appearances.