South Carolina Senator Tim Scott is reportedly preparing for a 2024 presidential run, according to sources familiar with his intentions.
South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott is taking steps to run for president, adding to the stable of Republicans looking to wrest the party mantle from former President Trump https://t.co/IkD6tyY34P
— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) February 13, 2023
The Wall Street Journal had the scoop:
Mr. Scott, the only Black Republican in the Senate, is testing a message with GOP voters in key early states focused on unity and optimism as some Republicans say it is time to move on from the Trump era. Mr. Trump has announced a bid for president in the 2024 election.
Jennifer DeCasper, a Scott senior adviser, said he was “excited to share his vision of hope and opportunity and hear the American people’s response.”
What isn’t clear yet, some people close…