Key takeaways:
- Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) announced the suspension of his presidential campaign on Sunday.
- Scott acknowledged that the announcement may have been unexpected, but argued that he had been “strategic” with the timing and fashion of the drop-out.
- Scott’s presidential quest had been marred by a media-shy campaign strategy, senior staff lacking presidential campaign experience, and a GOP electorate that was reluctant to leave former President Donald Trump behind.
Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) announced the suspension of his presidential campaign on Sunday, just days after his performance in the third Republican debate failed to gain traction. The announcement was made during an evening appearance on Fox News, and came as a surprise to his campaign workers.
During a Sunday night call with his staff, Scott acknowledged that the announcement may have been unexpected, but argued that he had been “strategic” with the timing and fashion of the drop-out. He explained that the voters had been “really clear” that they were not ready for him to run at this time.
Scott’s presidential quest had been ongoing since May, but was marred by a media-shy campaign strategy, senior staff lacking presidential campaign experience, and a GOP electorate that was reluctant to leave former President Donald Trump behind.
The South Carolina Senator expressed his love for America, but noted that when he returns to Iowa, it will not be as a presidential candidate. This marks an official and swift end to Scott’s months-long presidential quest.
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