Mark Sanford suspends congressional campaign after 30 days
Former South Carolina Gov. and U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford has suspended his congressional campaign just 30 days after launching it, opting instead to focus on creating a nonprofit aimed at reducing the national debt. Sanford, a vocal critic of former President Donald Trump, had entered the race for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District as a long-shot candidate in a crowded field. He plans to redirect $1.3 million from his campaign account to the new nonprofit and did not rule out future runs for office.
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Former Rep. and South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford announced Thursday that he is suspending his campaign to regain his low-country district just 30 days after launching. Sanford, 65, became known as a staunch critic of President Donald Trump during his first administration, often targeting the president for federal spending. Recommended Stories Janet Mills drops out of Maine Senate race, clearing way for Platner DeSantis deja vu: Florida governor follows familiar script from failed 2024 campaign NRCC rolls out new MAGA majority candidates ahead of 2026 midterms HERE’S WHERE HOUSE AND SENATE RETIREMENTS STAND IN 2026 Instead of seeking to take back South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District, Sanford said he plans to start a nonprofit group focused on combating national debt.
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