Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina says he is dropping out of the 2024 GOP presidential race

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Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina has officially withdrawn from the 2024 Republican presidential race. This surprising decision was made public during an appearance on “Sunday Night in America” alongside Trey Gowdy. The announcement came as a shock to many, with even campaign staff learning of Scott’s withdrawal by watching the show. The campaign worker who shared this information did so anonymously, as they were not authorized to discuss internal deliberations.

Scott’s decision to exit the race follows a period of struggle in the polls and occurred shortly after the third Republican primary debate. Despite initially entering the race in May with a substantial campaign fund, Senator Scott faced challenges in gaining traction, particularly in a field dominated by former President Donald Trump.

In his statement, Scott expressed his deep love for America and noted that while he loves the country even more than when he began his campaign on May 22, he will not be returning to Iowa as a presidential candidate. He announced the suspension of his campaign, recognizing that the voters, whom he referred to as “the most remarkable people on the planet,” have made it clear that the timing is not right for his candidacy.

Senator Scott conveyed his respect for the voters’ decision and pledged to continue working diligently, eagerly anticipating another opportunity in the future. Notably, he chose not to endorse any of his remaining Republican rivals, emphasizing his belief in the intelligence of the voters and their ability to make informed decisions about endorsements.

Additionally, Tim Scott ruled out any interest in a vice presidential role, affirming that being vice president was never part of his campaign’s objectives and remains so. His focus appears to be on continuing his service and contributions to the political landscape in other capacities.

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