Pence Quits Presidential Race After Struggling to Gain Traction Former Vice President Mike Pence has announced that he is dropping out of the Republican presidential race, citing a lack of support and the realization that this is not his time. Despite being a former vice president, Pence has struggled to find a base of support in a race dominated by his former boss, Donald Trump. Pence’s withdrawal comes as a blow to a politician who spent years as Trump’s loyal lieutenant, only to be scapegoated during their final days in office. He drew Trump’s fury and the wrath of Trump’s supporters, who still believe his lies about the 2020 election. Pence’s decision saves him from accumulating more debt and potentially failing to qualify for the third Republican primary debate. While he did not immediately endorse any of his rivals, Pence continued to echo language he has used to criticize Trump. He urged his fellow Republicans to give the country a standard-bearer who will appeal to the better angels of our nature. Pence’s struggles highlight how much Trump has transformed the party, and his departure leaves a void in the race for the Republican nomination. Tag: Presidential Campaigns Featured Image: Pence Drops Presidential Bid Former Vice President Mike Pence has dropped out of the Republican presidential race, citing a lack of support and the realization that this is not his time. Pence’s struggles highlight how much Donald Trump has transformed the party, and his departure leaves a void in the race for the Republican nomination.