WASHINGTON, April 2 (Reuters) - Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson announced his 2024 U.S. presidential candidacy on Sunday with a proclamation that set him apart from other current or potential Republican candidates: former President Donald Trump should step aside from the race.
"I have made a decision, and my decision is I'm going to run for president of the United States," Hutchinson said.
"I think it's a sad day for America that we have a former president that's indicted," Hutchinson said.
Asked whether Trump should step aside, Hutchinson said, "Well, he should, but at the same time, we know he's not."
Former Vice President Mike Pence and current Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are considered as possible candidates.