Former US Vice President Mike Pence hinted at running for president, saying “there are better choices” than former President Donald Trump.

According to foreign media such as Axios on the 25th (local time), former Vice President Pence said in an interview with NBC News that day, “I think different leadership is needed depending on the era.”

He also mentioned that he hadn’t spoken to former President Trump recently and said, “I’m sure Republican primary voters will choose the right flag bearer for this moment in American history.”

He also described himself as “a man who can provide not just a policy of leadership, but a leadership style that will help bring America back to life.” .

Regarding the timing of running, he added, “When spring comes, I will have a clear sense of my calling.”

Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, recent announcements of candidacy continue within the Republican Party.

Following former President Trump, who was the first to declare a presidential run in November last year, former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley declared a run on the 14th. Former Ambassador Haley’s declaration to run is a reversal of her remarks two years ago that she would not challenge former President Trump.

In addition, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who is considered a leading Republican presidential candidate, has not officially declared his candidacy yet, but is walking on the road to candidacy. Governor DeSantis is expected to run for office in May, and on the 28th he will publish a book titled ‘The Courage to Be Free’.

Meanwhile, recent polls show that former President Trump has a higher approval rating than former Ambassador Haley and Governor Disantis. In a survey conducted this month by Harvard University’s Center for American Political Science (CAPS) and polling agency The Harris Poll, 46% of Republican voters said they would vote for former President Trump.

Source: Donga