Miami Mayor Francis Suarez becomes first Republican candidate to drop out of 2024 race

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez dropped out of the Republican presidential primary on Tuesday, the first candidate to do so heading into 2024.

On X, formerly known as Twitter, Suarez said his campaign "has been one of the greatest honors of my life," and he said he will continue working to amplify Hispanic voices.

"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," Suarez wrote.

The mayor did not join other GOP candidates onstage last week at the first Republican debate, after failing to meet the Republican National Committee's polling requirements.

Suarez did not endorse another candidate, rather saying in his post he plans on "keeping in touch with the other Republican presidential candidates and doing what I can to make sure our party puts forward a strong nominee."

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Miami Mayor Francis Suarez drops out of 2024 GOP presidential race