RFK Jr. Drops Out of Presidential Race, Endorses Donald Trump

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made a surprising announcement, suspending his campaign in the 2024 presidential race and throwing his support behind Republican nominee Donald Trump. Kennedy’s decision comes as a shock to many, as his support in recent polls was at 4% and his campaign was facing financial difficulties.

In a virtual address, Kennedy stated that he plans to remove his name from the ballot in key battleground states where his presence could potentially spoil the election. This move has already begun in states like Arizona and Pennsylvania. Trump, in response, thanked Kennedy for his endorsement during a campaign stop in Las Vegas and hinted at further discussions at an event in Arizona.

Members of the Kennedy family, who had previously criticized Robert’s independent candidacy, expressed disappointment at his decision to endorse Trump. They called it “a betrayal of the values that our father and our family hold most dear.”

Speculation about Kennedy dropping out of the race had been circulating earlier in the week, with reports suggesting that he was seeking a deal with Trump for a potential job in the Republican administration in exchange for his endorsement. Trump is scheduled to appear at a rally in Glendale, Arizona, shortly after Kennedy’s announcement, leading to speculation that Kennedy may make a special guest appearance.

Kennedy’s running mate, Nicole Shanahan, had hinted at the campaign’s decision earlier in the week, stating that they were considering either staying in the race or joining forces with Trump. The final decision to suspend the campaign and endorse Trump was met with mixed reactions from both supporters and critics.

Overall, Kennedy’s unexpected endorsement of Trump has added a new twist to the 2024 presidential race, leaving many wondering about the implications of this surprising turn of events.