On Saturday, former Vice President Mike Pence announced the suspension of his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination.

He made this decision as his White House bid faced challenges in fundraising and failed to gain substantial support in the polls.

“It’s become clear to me: This is not my time,” Pence said at the Republican Jewish Coalition’s annual gathering in Las Vegas. “So after much prayer and deliberation, I have decided to suspend my campaign for president effective today.”

“We always knew this would be an uphill battle, but I have no regrets,” Pence continued, addressing a receptive crowd that responded with audible astonishment to his announcement, showering him with numerous standing ovations, the Associated Press reported.

Pence is the initial prominent candidate to withdraw from a contest primarily overshadowed by his previous boss, who has now become his adversary, Donald Trump.

His difficulties highlight the extent to which Trump has reshaped the party. In the usual course, a former vice president would be regarded as a strong contender in any primary, but Pence has encountered difficulties in establishing a solid support base.

Written by staff