The uphill battle faced by Senator Tim Scott in his bid for the Republican presidential nomination, particularly in early primary states like Iowa and New Hampshire and the efforts of Scott’s campaign advisor to persuade donors to stay committed until South Carolina primary.
The co-chair responsible for finance in Scott’s campaign had a message for donors: “South Carolina primary is the place where our impact truly counts.” (Photo: NBC NEWS)
Rallying Donors for a South Carolina Primary Standoff Against Trump
POLITICO – Senator Tim Scott is facing a significant uphill battle in early states like Iowa and New Hampshire. In an effort to boost his prospects, a prominent campaign advisor, Mikee Johnson, has been privately reaching out to donors, urging them to stand by Scott until the primary reaches his home turf in South Carolina.
During a recent conversation with donors, Johnson emphasized the pivotal role South Carolina plays in Scott’s campaign, stating, “We can’t forget that we’re going to secure the votes in South Carolina. That’s where we can make a real impact, right? Our success hinges on winning South Carolina.” This plea underscores the challenging position not only for Scott but also for other contenders in the Republican field who are aiming to challenge the formidable presence of former President Donald Trump.
Despite months of tireless campaigning, they now face the task of persuading donors and supporters to remain steadfast as they seek to challenge Trump’s commanding lead.
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Tim Scott’s Campaign Shifts Focus to South Carolina Primary Amidst Strong Trump Lead
Scott’s national polling average over the past two weeks hovers just under 3 percent but he does better in Iowa and New Hampshire. Nonetheless, Trump remains firmly ahead in South Carolina, leading Scott, former Gov. Nikki Haley, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
While the campaign remains dedicated to Iowa and New Hampshire, they are now giving added focus to Scott’s performance in South Carolina. The campaign sees this as a potential turning point, with increased interest from GOP donors and a more extensive schedule of events in the state. Johnson acknowledges that national polling results may be frustrating for some donors but points out that Scott’s campaign has chosen not to spend on national advertising.
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