An armed individual attacked Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate for governor of Ohio, during her visit to the annual Canfield Fair in Mahoning County on Sunday afternoon. According to a campaign spokesperson, the incident injured several people, though Acton and her husband, Eric, were not harmed. The couple thanked law enforcement for their quick response and expressed hope for the recovery of those injured. Details about the extent of the injuries or any potential suspect were not immediately available, as Canfield police and the Ohio State Highway Patrol had not yet provided updates when contacted by NBC News. The incident occurred while Acton was at the county party’s tent at the fair, according to Christopher Anderson, chair of the Mahoning County Democratic Party. Anderson described the event as "reprehensible" and called for condemnation from all political leaders. He praised the local law enforcement and the Ohio State Highway Patrol for their swift actions in ensuring Acton's safety during her visit. Acton, a physician, previously served as Ohio’s health director under Republican Governor Mike DeWine during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. She is now running against Republican nominee Vivek Ramaswamy, a businessman who also ran for president in 2024, in the November general election. Polls suggest the race is closely contested. Ramaswamy had planned to attend the fair on the same day as Acton, but he did not go due to the incident. A spokesperson for Ramaswamy stated that candidates should be able to engage with voters without fear of threats or violence, calling the attack "completely unacceptable" and expressing hope that no one was harmed. The attack has raised concerns about the safety of political candidates during public events. As the election season progresses, such incidents could influence voter sentiment and campaign strategies. Both candidates have been involved in high-profile races, and the incident underscores the heightened security measures often required for political figures in today’s climate.