When Sen. Tim Scott (S.C.) formally announces his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination on Monday, he will be led in prayer by one of Scott’s newest supporters: Sen. John Thune (S.D.), the second-highest-ranking Republican in the Senate.
The 2024 race for the Republican nomination, like in 2016 and 2020, is dominated by Donald Trump, who is leading his rivals in public support and financial resources. Other candidates in the race include former Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson, entrepreneur and author Vivek Ramaswamy, and conservative radio host Larry Elder. Former vice president Mike Pence is likely to enter the race soon. Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie and New Hampshire Gov.
Trump has already garnered strong support among influential Republicans. In April, Sen. Steve Daines , chair of the Senate Republicans’ campaign arm, said he was and will be supporting him in his presidential campaign. The former president’s backers include Sens. J.D. Vance of Ohio, Bill Hagerty of Tennessee, Eric Schmitt of Missouri, Tommy Tuberville of Alabama and Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee.Six Republicans and three Democrats have officially declared they are running for their party’s 2024 presidential nomination, and plenty of others are making moves.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Thune, No. 2 Senate Republican, set to endorse Tim Scott's presidential bidThe minority whip will appear when Scott launches his campaign on Monday, and is making good on his hopes of turning the party away from former President Donald Trump.
Read more »
GOP Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina Files Paperwork to Run for PresidentTim Scott arrives as an underdog to the Republican primary field that former President Donald Trump has so far led.=
Read more »
Elon Musk praises ‘great’ anti-victimhood presidential campaign ad from GOP Sen. Tim ScottElon Musk gave a boost to GOP Sen. Tim Scott’s presidential campaign with a tweet praising Scott’s stance against America’s victimhood culture.
Read more »
Tom Brady, Travis Scott Mentor Bryce Young, Will Levis, Other Top RookiesTom Brady and Travis Scott sat down with Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, Anthony Richardson, and Will Levis and gave the star rookie quarterbacks advice on business and their careers at Michael Rubin's home in L.A.
Read more »
Tim Scott officially enters 2024 presidential raceSouth Carolina GOP Sen. Tim Scott has officially entered the 2024 presidential race, filing the statement of his candidacy with the Federal Election Commission Friday.
Read more »
Seahawks News 5/20: Seahawks begin OTAs on MondayPre-Snap Reads 5/20: Seahawks begin OTAs on Monday
Read more »