Tim Scott’s Trying to Beat Trump as a Nice Guy With Wall Street Backing

  • South Carolina senator brings money, authenticity to race
  • Ellison, Griffin, Rowan, Schwarzman back Scott-aligned PAC
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US Senator Tim Scott formally entered the 2024 presidential race on Monday, launching a long-shot bid with Wall Street support to move Republicans away from the grievance-laced politics of Donald Trump.

Scott argued he can unify the GOP with a positive, forward-looking message built around a compelling personal story and upbeat demeanor at an event in North Charleston, South Carolina.