Asa Hutchinson launches 2024 presidential campaign in Arkansas.
Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson, a Republican, will formally launch his 2024 presidential campaign in Bentonville, Arkansas, on Wednesday. Hutchinson has been critical of former President Donald Trump and has called for him to drop out of the 2024 race. He plans to introduce himself to the country and announce some policy initiatives, emphasizing his background in law enforcement. Other Republican contenders, including Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Larry Elder, have largely avoided criticizing Trump and have at times defended him. Hutchinson's announcement comes a day after President Joe Biden formally announced his reelection campaign.