Tim Scott suspends presidential bid as Trump leads Republican pack

South Carolina senator launched campaign with the promise of offering a more optimistic vision about America's future

Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina has suspended his presidential campaign, conceding that he does not see any path to the Republican nomination as Donald Trump maintains a significant lead in primary polling.

Scott told Fox News in an interview on Sunday evening that he had suspended his campaign. His exit may provide a modest boost for other candidates trying to dislodge frontrunner Donald Trump from the top spot.