Ex-Vice President Mike Pence Drops Out of the 2024 Presidential Race

Former Vice President Mike Pence ended his campaign to become the 2024 GOP nominee to a standing ovation Saturday at the Republican Jewish Coalition in Las Vegas.

“We always knew this would be an uphill battle, but I have no regrets,” Pence said. “To the American people, I say this is not my time, but it’s still your time. I urge you to hold fast to what matters most, faith, family, and the constitution of the United States of America.”  

Pence had struggled to gain traction in the race since entering the presidential fray, lagging in fundraising and languishing in polls. Pence is the most high-profile candidate to drop out so far, proving how hard it is for any of the Republicans to break publicly with former President Donald Trump amid the crowded field.  His announcement comes shortly before the third presidential debate on Nov. 8 in Miami — for which he had yet to qualify.

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