Miami Mayor Francis Suarez dropped out of the 2024 Republican presidential race Tuesday. The politician, who was not present at the Republican debate held on Fox last week, said on X (Twitter) that he has "decided to suspend [his] campaign for President" but that his "commitment to making this a better nation for every American remains."
Running for President of the United States has been one of the greatest honors of my life. This country has given so much to my family and me. The prospect of giving back at the highest levels of public service is a motivator if not a calling. Throughout this process, I have met…
— Mayor Francis Suarez (@FrancisSuarez) August 29, 2023
In the post, the mayor of Miami said that despite not continuing with his presidential campaign, he would do what was necessary to make sure "our party puts forward a strong nominee who can inspire and unify the country, renew Americans’ trust in our institutions and in each other, and win."
Suarez's fundamental goal: "To share the story of Miami"
During his statement, Suarez said that "running for President of the United States has been one of the greatest honors of my life." As he said, he wanted to give back part of what he received from the nation as well as share "the story of Miami":
This country has given so much to my family and me. The prospect of giving back at the highest levels of public service is a motivator if not a calling. Throughout this process, I have met so many freedom-loving Americans who care deeply about our nation, her people, and its future. It was a privilege to come so close to appearing on stage with the other candidates at last week’s first debate.
I had looked forward to sharing the story of Miami, America’s most successful city, especially at a time when so many cities are plagued with poverty, unemployment, high taxes, violent crime, and homelessness. I know what we have achieved during my tenure leading the City of Miami can be replicated in every community in our great country. The next President must play a major role in getting America's cities back on track to safety, prosperity and a better quality of life for all.
Miami mayor will continue to defend the Hispanic community and conservative values
In addition, the mayor of Miami explained that although he will not run for president in 2024, he will continue to defend the interests of the Hispanic community as well as fight for "our country’s foundational values":
I will continue to amplify the voices of the Hispanic community - the fastest-growing voting group in our country. The Left has taken Hispanics for granted for far too long, and it is no surprise that so many are finding a home in America’s conservative movement. Our party must continue doing more to include and attract this vibrant community that believes in our country’s foundational values: faith, family, hard work and freedom. Younger voters, Independents, urban voters and suburban women- all of whom I've carried in previous elections - among others, should find a comfortable home in the GOP and its policies.
