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 In a surprising twist to the upcoming 2024 US Presidential Election, a new name has entered the spotlight – Vivek Ramaswamy. The man of Indian-American heritage has thrown his hat into the ring, poised to engage in a high-stakes contest against fellow Indian-American contenders from the same political party.
An integral member of the Republican Party, Ramaswamy is set to vie against his political counterpart, Nikki Haley, as well as the former US President, Donald Trump, who is rumoured to be eyeing a return to the presidential arena.
With conviction and determination, Ramaswamy announced, "I am proud to declare my candidacy for the presidency, with the goal of revitalizing this nation's ideals," as quoted by IndiaTimes, and echoed through the channels of Fox News on a Thursday evening (August 24th).
Vivek Ramaswamy, a former biotech executive, stands at the youthful age of 37. His profile boasts an intriguing past - he once graced the Forbes list of the world's youngest billionaires under 40 in 2016. His net worth stood tall at a staggering $218 million.
But the narrative of Ramaswamy's financial trajectory did not halt there. As time marched on, his fortunes soared. A current Forbes estimation places his total net worth well beyond $950 million as of August 2023 – a colossal sum equivalent to approximately Rp 14.49 trillion. This enviable wealth derives from a corporate endeavour he founded, renowned as Myovant Science, a pioneering name within the pharmaceutical sector.
Delving into his background, it is revealed that Ramaswamy hails from the heartland of West Ohio, United States. His academic journey unfolded at Harvard University, where he pursued biology and later secured a law degree. His professional foray commenced as a biotech investor, a venture that germinated into the realm of pharmaceuticals.
Notably, Ramaswamy's parents embarked on a journey to the US from India, with his father contributing to the ranks of General Electric in Ohio, working as an engineer and patent attorney. Meanwhile, his mother, a geriatric psychiatrist, added to the family's unique tapestry of skills and expertise.
