2024 US Presidential Campaign: Candidates, Updates, and Analysis

“2024 Presidential Race: A Look at the Candidates Who Have Dropped Out So Far”

As the 2024 presidential race heats up, several candidates have already thrown in the towel, leaving the field of contenders thinner. From outspoken Republicans to Democratic challengers, the race for the White House is shaping up to be a fierce battle. Here are some of the notable candidates who have called it quits:

1. Will Hurd: The former CIA officer and representative for Texas announced his bid for the Republican nomination but suspended his campaign after positioning himself as a moderate alternative to the field of GOP candidates.

2. Perry Johnson: A businessman who tried to run for governor of Michigan in 2022, Johnson made a short-lived bid for president, focusing on issues like cutting federal spending and completing the US-Mexico border wall before suspending his campaign.

3. Francis Suarez: The mayor of Miami, known for his tough-on-crime conservative stance, suspended his campaign after failing to qualify for the first Republican debate, despite being the only Hispanic candidate in the race.

4. Larry Elder: The former attorney and conservative talk radio host announced his campaign but suspended it after failing to gain traction, eventually giving his support to Donald Trump.

5. Mike Pence: The former vice president entered the race but suspended his campaign, citing that “this is not my time,” and endorsing another candidate.

6. Tim Scott: The South Carolina senator, considered a rising star in the Republican Party, suspended his campaign after failing to garner enough support, despite starting with a large war chest.

7. Doug Burgum: The governor of North Dakota, a virtually unknown candidate, suspended his campaign after criticizing the Republican National Committee for debate requirements that forced him off the stage.

8. Chris Christie: The ex-New Jersey governor entered the race to challenge Donald Trump but suspended his campaign after failing to qualify for the final televised GOP debate.

9. Vivek Ramaswamy: The wealthy biotechnology entrepreneur and conservative activist suspended his campaign after the Iowa caucuses and endorsed Trump, sparking speculation about his future in politics.

10. Asa Hutchinson: The former governor of Arkansas announced his campaign but suspended it after a dismal showing in the Iowa caucuses, subsequently endorsing another candidate.

These candidates may have dropped out of the race, but their decisions have reshaped the landscape of the 2024 presidential election. As the remaining contenders continue to vie for the nomination, the race is far from over. Stay tuned for more updates on the evolving political landscape.