News and Commentary

Republican Mark Sanford Announces Run Against Trump, Gets Grilled About Past Scandal

Ryan Saavedra
Republican Mark Sanford Announces Run Against Trump, Gets Grilled About Past Scandal
William B. Plowman/NBC

Former Republican South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford — best known for a scandal involving an extramarital affair during his tenure — announced on Sunday that he is launching a long-shot bid to replace President Donald Trump as the Republican Party’s nominee in the 2020 presidential race. The announcement follows his recent admission that he doesn’t believe he can actually win.

Sanford made the announcement that he would challenge Trump during an appearance on Fox News’ “Fox News Sunday” with host Chris Wallace.

Got a tip worth investigating?

Your information could be the missing piece to an important story. Submit your tip today and make a difference.

Submit Tip