Asa Hutchinson presidential campaign, 2024

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Asa Hutchinson ended his presidential campaign on January 16, 2024.


“

I am going to be running. And the reason, as I’ve traveled the country for six months, I hear people talk about the leadership of our country, and I’m convinced that people want leaders that appeal to the best of America, and not simply appeal to our worst instincts. And that inspires me, when I see everyday Americans just saying give us good leadership, give us common sense, consistent conservatism, and optimism about our great country. That inspires me, and I believe I can be that kind of leader for the people of America.[1]

”
—Asa Hutchinson (April 2023)[2]


Asa Hutchinson (R) was the governor of Arkansas from 2015 to 2023. He officially announced his candidacy for the 2024 presidential election on April 2, 2023.[2] Hutchinson suspended his campaign on January 16, 2024.[3]

Hutchinson highlighted his experience in government during his campaign launch speech, saying, "I stand alone in terms of my experience, my record, and leadership. From Congress to the DEA, to Homeland Security, I have served our country in times of crisis." Hutchinson said his priorities included reducing government spending, increasing security at the U.S.-Mexico border, and supporting law enforcement. On foreign policy, he said, "Isolationism only leads to weakness, and weakness leads to war."[4]

Before serving as governor of Arkansas, Hutchinson represented Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District from 1997 to 2001. He directed the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) from 2001 to 2003, and served as undersecretary of the Department of Homeland Security from 2003 to 2005.

Biography

Hutchinson was born in Bentonville, Arkansas, on December 3, 1950. He graduated with a B.S. in accounting from Bob Jones University in 1972 and a J.D. from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 1975.[5]

Hutchinson worked as a city attorney in Bentonville from 1977 to 1978 and a U.S. attorney, appointed by President Ronald Reagan (R), for the Western District of Arkansas from 1982 to 1985. He also served as the chairman of the Republican Party of Arkansas from 1990 to 1995 before being elected to public office.[6]

Hutchinson first elected to public office in 1996, to represent Arkansas' 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He served in this position through 2001. During the George W. Bush (R) presidential administration, Hutchinson directed the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) from 2001 to 2003, and served as undersecretary of the Department of Homeland Security from 2003 to 2005.

In 2005, Hutchinson founded Hutchinson Group, LLC, a consulting firm. He also worked as chair of Venable LLP's homeland security practice.

Hutchinson first ran for governor of Arkansas in 2006. He won the Republican primary, but was defeated in the general election by Mike Beebe (D). He ran again in 2014, winning the general election against Mike Ross (D). He served as governor through 2023.

Campaign finance

See also: Presidential election campaign finance, 2024

The following chart displays noteworthy Republican primary candidates' overall fundraising through the October 2023 quarterly campaign finance reports. Note that the chart displays fundraising figures for candidates who had declared before the most recent reporting deadline. It only displays data for principal campaign committees, not candidate-affiliated PACs.

Receipts is a broad term referring to all money that goes into a campaign account, including contributions by individuals, dividends or interest on loans or investments made by the campaign, transfers of money from other political committees, and offsets to a campaign's expenditures in the form of rebates or refunds. Contributions reflect individual donations to a campaign. Disbursements is a term for campaign spending.

Policy positions

The following policy positions were compiled from the candidate's official campaign website, editorials, speeches, and debates.

Immigration

Hutchinson's campaign website listed the following policy, "Prioritze securing the border and dismantling the cartels. My first trip as President outside the country will be to Mexico to build a stronger partnership to go after the cartels, to strengthen the rule of law, and to establish cooperation in reducing the unauthorized migrant flow into the United States while improving the legal immigration processing that is currently broken." [source, as of 2023-12-19]

Trade

In an op-ed Hutchinson wrote, "Today, American agriculture faces a similar threat from the 'ring around America' tariffs proposed by candidate Donald Trump. Trump has said he wants to enact across the board tariffs of 10% to all our trading partners. This is not a surprise since Trump has always been an advocate of tariffs, falsely proclaiming that somehow countries pay tariffs when, in reality, the consumers pay this tax on trade." [source, as of 2023-10-15]

Economy

Hutchinson's campaign website listed the following policy, "I will end the printing of money in Washington that adds endlessly to our national debt. I will balance the budget within four (4) years and submit a budget to Congress that reins in federal spending. I will work with Congress to rescind spending authority for any funds in the pipeline that is not obligated under previous Congressional spending bills. Furthermore, no federal regulations will be approved without assuring that it is consistent with congressional intent and does not create unnecessary burdens on citizens and businesses." [source, as of 2023-12-19]

Education

In a Republican debate, Hutchinson said, "We have to compete with China. I built computer science education. We led the nation in computer science education, going from 1,100 students to 23,000 students taking it. This is how you compete with China. As president of the United States, I will make sure we go from 51 percent of our schools offering computer science to every school in rural areas and urban areas offering computer science for the benefit of our kids, and we can compete with China in terms of technology." [source, as of 2023-08-23]

Criminal justice

In his campaign annoucement, Hutchinson said, "What separates the United States from the rest of the world is our commitment to justice. The rule of law is the foundation for peace in our communities. I am the only candidate running for President with a breadth of experience in law enforcement. I will enforce the law and demand that local prosecutors do the same. Lawbreakers must be held accountable. Restoring respect for the law will not only reduce crime in our country; it will also bring out the best of America." [source, as of 2023-04-02]

Foreign policy

In his campaign announcement, Hutchinson said, "Isolationism only leads to weakness and weakness leads to war. Americans want peace and the best way to secure and preserve peace is to have the most prepared military in the world." [source, as of 2023-04-02]

Abortion

In a Republican debate, Hutchinson said, "First of all, the Supreme Court gave it back to the elected representatives, whether it’s the state’s or whether it’s the United States Congress. So there is authority. And that’s why President Biden is pushing for a Democrat proposal which is, in essence, abortion-on-demand through the term. So they have their extreme position at a national level. It’s most likely going to be addressed in the states, but it’s certainly fine to be addressed at the national level as well. Arkansas has the record of being the most pro-life state in the nation. I’ve signed 30 pro-life pieces of legislation while I was governor. And every state can determine a different outcome here. And it is the most important issue for women and for the unborn child and for our country that we get this right. It’s going to be a continued debate. Let’s talk about it in terms of compassion, in terms of protecting the life and also understanding how we have to enhance abortion — excuse me, adoption services. How we have to enhance maternal care. Those things we’ve done in Arkansas and are important for our nation’s future." [source, as of 2023-08-23]

Administrative state

Hutchinson listed the following policy on his campaign website, "Institute an immediate hiring freeze for non-defense federal workers as the first step in our mission to reduce federal government workforce by at least 200,000 jobs, achieving a 10% reduction." [source, as of 2023-12-21]

Opioids and drug issues

In a Republican debate, Hutchinson said, "As former head of the DEA, I understand the drug crisis in America. And right now, whenever you look at the challenges in our inner — inner-city, there’s three simple words that would be helpful. One, enforce the law when it comes to crime. Secondly, let’s deal with the challenge of fentanyl. And it’s both about stopping the fentanyl coming from Mexico, but it’s also about education of our young people, making sure that we have the tools that are needed for addiction counseling." [source, as of 2023-08-23]

Other policy positions

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Abortion

Administrative state

Coronavirus response

Criminal justice

Economy

Education

Election policy

Energy and environmental issues

Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG)

Federalism

Foreign policy

Government ethics

Gun regulation

Healthcare

Sex and gender issues

Immigration

Impeachment

Infrastructure

Opioids and drug issues

Trade

Veterans


Campaign themes

Website

Hutchinson listed the following policy positions on his campaign website as of January 9, 2024.

“

PROSPERITY
Ignite Economic Growth
Enact pro-growth policies to stimulate job creation, propel expansion, and increase wages.

Fiscal Responsibility
Restore discipline by reducing federal government size, cutting spending, balancing the budget, and lowering the deficit to tame inflation.

Unleash American Energy
Embrace an "all-of-the-above" policy by reversing restrictions on pipeline construction and drilling, removing barriers to nuclear power, and ending the war on fossil fuels.

Empower the Private Sector
Cut taxes and reduce regulations to boost the private sector and enhance wages for American workers.

Invest in the Workforce
Implement policies and training programs to grow the labor pool, especially in manufacturing, and restore the dignity of work.

Reform Immigration Policy
Transition to a merit-based system that enhances and enriches America.

STRENGTH
Sustain Military Preeminence
Maintain American military superiority by investing in our military to protect our interests and the Western-based international system.

Promote Responsible Statesmanship
Advance American interests and uphold U.S. commitments to existing alliances, ensuring clarity in obligations and confidence in American support.

Ensure Fiscal Discipline
Prioritize budgetary restraint to drive sustained economic growth, reduce national debt, and safeguard national security.

Strong on China

  • Military and Security Measures: Focus on growing the naval fleet and strengthening military capabilities, and ensure supply chain security through source diversification, especially for critical goods like pharmaceuticals and high-tech components.
  • Economic Actions: Promote responsible decoupling in key industries and technologies, encourage the reshoring of manufacturing capabilities to the U.S., and bolster relationships with Indo-Pacific allies through trade agreements and strategically appropriate mutual defense pacts.
  • Alliance Commitments: Strengthen and reaffirm U.S. commitments to existing alliances, clarify obligations, and ensure allies are confident in American support.

FREEDOM
Reform Federal Law Enforcement
Increase transparency, ensure consistency across agencies, and rebuild trust between law enforcement and the American people.

Protect American Sovereignty
Secure the border and enforce immigration laws to maintain the integrity of the nation.

Enhance Public Safety
Enact policies to make America’s streets safer and support local law enforcement efforts in their vital roles.on laws to maintain the integrity of the nation.[14][1]

”

Hutchinson made significant alterations to his campaign website issues page between August 22, 2023, and September 4, 2023. The section below provides the text on his issues page as of August 22, 2023. Click here to view an archive of Hutchinson's issues page as of August 22, 2023, and click here to view an archive of the page from September 4, 2023.

BORDER SECURITY
As a former Undersecretary of Homeland Security during the George W. Bush administration, I see what is happening along our southern border and recognize the severe lapse in leadership from the Biden-Harris administration. This administration is showing weakness every day, which jeopardizes the safety of our ranchers and families along the border and signals to the world that the United States is no longer interested in protecting our nation.

We must send a different message — and we will!

STRONG NATIONAL DEFENSE
A strong national defense is the bedrock of our democracy. I have served at the highest levels when it comes to ensuring America remains strong in our national defense and that Americans are protected. Our men and women in uniform deserve our best and

I will never stop fighting for those who selflessly serve our nation.

HOLD CHINA ACCOUNTABLE
For too long, America has been dependent upon China for the stabilization of our economy. We can continue a trade partnership with China, but it must be one that protects American interests and promotes American ideals.

China needs to answer the tough questions surrounding COVID-19 and I am prepared to ask those tough questions and hold China accountable.

RUSSIA
Russia is a threat to our national security and a threat that must be taken seriously. As Undersecretary of Homeland Security, I have firsthand experience dealing with world leaders to keep America safe.

We must be tough on Russia and that starts with not backing down from Putin.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE
In our democracy, the rule of law is foundational. The law undergirds liberty when the law is applied equally, with restraint and for the greater good. Yes, we must keep violent offenders off our streets and behind bars, but we must also address unfairness in sentencing. We can — and should — do both.

And, we can make America a safer nation by providing our men and women in blue with the resources they need to enforce our laws and protect our families.

TAXES
Every American feels the strain of an overburdensome tax code. We must reform our tax code nationally and lower taxes just as I did in Arkansas.

We need more money in the pockets of hard-working Americans and not in the coffers of a bureaucratic and unaccountable Washington, D.C.

INFRASTRUCTURE
It is long past time for a nationally robust infrastructure package. Highways, roads, and bridges across this country are in desperate need of repair. Additionally, access to high-speed broadband — for all Americans — is imperative to our future success as a nation. Republicans on Capitol Hill support this endeavor, but they do not — nor should they — support the out-of-control and unnecessary spending promoted by national Democrats.

Supporting critical infrastructure can be accomplished without abandoning our responsibility to the American taxpayers.

HEALTHCARE
The federal government should never be the sole provider of healthcare to Americans.

If that happens, quality of care will decline. We must instead return to the power of consumer choice. These are the virtues that improve quality and lower costs. States must also be given the freedom and flexibility to innovate in order to meet the unique challenges at home.

Solving the problem will require leadership that places public interest ahead of our current political divide.

RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Our nation’s founders understood that rights are not given by man, but rather bestowed upon us by our Creator.

This worldview is foundational to good governance and the success of the United States of America.

UNITY
The success of any democracy is dependent upon agreement on a set of values. For America, we are all in this great land because we or our ancestors left other shores in search of freedom and greater opportunity. The freedoms that unite us are enshrined in our Bill of Rights. And, it is our Constitution which limits the power and role of government therefore proscribing how different parts of government act as a restraint against the cumulative power of the whole of government. Today, we have a nation divided and we must return to what brings us together and not what pulls us apart. That is why it is so important that we seek out leaders that bring out the best in America rather than those that give in to our worst instincts. I believe that we must respect dissent and stand together on the common ground of freedom, equality, and fairness.

ENERGY INDEPENDENCE
Our nation is blessed with tremendous energy potential and leaders in Washington, D.C. should implement policies to unleash it. Unfortunately, the Biden-Harris administration has done the opposite by imposing a federal ban on oil and gas leases.

Americans deserve plentiful, affordable energy options, and we should not be beholden to the threats and whims of foreign adversaries for our energy needs.

As president, I will pursue policies to make our great nation energy independent.[15]

Campaign logo and slogan

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Candidate Logo Slogan
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  • For America's Best

Campaign staff

See also: Asa Hutchinson presidential campaign staff, 2024, Presidential election key staffers, 2024, and Presidential election campaign managers, 2024

The table below shows a partial list of national campaign staff members, including the campaign manager, senior advisors, political directors, communications directors, field directors, and the national press secretary. They are presented alongside their positions in the campaign, their most recent positions prior to the campaign, and their Twitter handles. To recommend additions, please email us at editor@ballotpedia.org.

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Asa Hutchinson presidential campaign national staff, 2024
Staff Position Prior experience Twitter handle
Alison Williams[16] Campaign manager Chief of staff, Office of Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson N/A


Social media and campaign website

Campaign website

Social media accounts

Timeline of campaign activity

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The following section provides a timeline of Hutchinson's campaign activity beginning in April 2023. The entries are sorted by month in reverse chronological order.

2024


  • January 16, 2024: Hutchinson withdrew from the presidential primary. Hutchinson issued a statement that said, "I congratulate Donald J. Trump for his win last night in Iowa and to the other candidates who competed and garnered delegate support. Today, I am suspending my campaign for President and driving back to Arkansas. My message of being a principled Republican with experience and telling the truth about the current front runner did not sell in Iowa. I stand by the campaign I ran. I answered every question, sounded the warning to the GOP about the risks in 2024 and presented hope for our country's future. Susan and I are blessed beyond measure, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have fought in the political arena for America."[17]
  • January 15, 2024: The Iowa Republican caucuses took place. Hutchinson received 0.2% of the vote, and was allocated none of the state's 40 available delegates. Donald Trump won the caucus with 51% of the vote, followed by Ron DeSantis (R) with 21% and Nikki Haley (R) with 19%. No other candidate received more than 10% of the vote.[18]
  • January 14, 2024: Hutchinson campaigned in Ames, Iowa.[19]
  • January 13, 2024: Hutchinson campaigned in Clear Lake and Des Moines, Iowa.[20]
  • January 12, 2024: Hutchinson campaigned in Iowa City, Iowa.[21]
  • January 11, 2024: Hutchinson spoke at the Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit in Altoona, Iowa, and held a town hall in Decorah, Iowa.[22]
  • January 10, 2024: Hutchinson held a town hall in Dubuque and a meet and greet in Davenport, Iowa.[23]
  • January 8, 2024: Hutchinson campaigned in Omaha and Council Bluffs, Iowa.[24]
  • January 4, 2024: Hutchinson held a town hall in Sioux City, Iowa.[25]

2023



  • November 29, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Pella, Iowa.[30]
  • November 16, 2023: Hutchinson held campaign events in Decorah and Clear Lake, Iowa.[31][32]
  • November 6, 2023: Hutchinson held a campaign event in Exeter, New Hampshire.[33]
  • November 4, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Florida Republican Party's Freedom Summit in Orlando, Florida.[34] Click here to view his remarks.
  • November 2, 2023:
  • November 1, 2023: Hutchinson issued a statement about not filing for the South Carolina Republican primary. Hutchinson said, "I did not file for the South Carolina ballot knowing it is a winner take all state with 2 favorite SC candidates. I went to college in SC and met my bride there so I love the state but this is the best way to elect non-Trump delegates."[37]

  • October 28, 2023: Rob Burgess, Hutchinson's campaign manager, said he would resign from the campaign at the end of the month.[38]
  • October 20, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks' annual tailgate in Iowa City, Iowa.[39]
  • October 19, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at a North Carolina and South Carolina Republican Women candidate forum in Rock Hill, South Carolina.[40]
  • October 18, 2023: Hutchinson held a campaign event in Keene, New Hampshire.[41]
  • October 15, 2023:
    • Hutchinson wrote an op-ed for the Des Moines Register titled "Asa Hutchinson: Broad tariffs imperil American agriculture." Hutchinson wrote, "Fair trade should be achieved through targeted tariffs like we have done with China, rather than by across the board 10% tariff tax on all incoming goods to the U.S. Such blunt and misguided policies only serve to punish American consumers and producers. We need more global markets open to our Iowa farmers, not closing down markets abroad. Trump’s proposed tariffs send one message to the world: American producers cannot compete. I not only believe we can compete in the global marketplace but that we can win!"[42]
    • The October quarterly Federal Election Commission campaign finance reporting deadline passed. Hutchinson raised $666,781 and spent $720,172, with $325,287 in cash on hand as of September 30.[43]
  • October 14, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the New Hampshire Republican Party's First in the Nation Leadership Summit in Nashua, New Hampshire. Click here to view his remarks.[44]
  • October 10, 2023: Hutchinson held a town hall at Manchester Central High School in Manchester, New Hampshire. Hutchinson also participated in a USA Today town hall in Exeter, New Hampshire. Click here to watch the town hall.[45][46]
  • October 7, 2023: Hutchinson issued a statement in response to Hamas' military attacks against Israel, and Israel's subsequent declaration of war. Hutchinson said, "Today’s horrific attacks on Israel, on the 50th Anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, are symbolic of the times we find ourselves in with weak leadership in the White House. America has lost standing on the world stage. We must stand with Israel. We must stand for freedom and democracy. We must stand to face evil head-on."[47]
  • October 6, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at a Des Moines A.M. Rotary Club meeting in Des Moines, and toured an ethanol plant in Jewell, Iowa.[48][49]

  • September 30, 2023: Hutchinson delivered remarks about the economy at the L'ATTITUDE conference in Miami, Florida.[50]
  • September 27, 2023: Hutchinson held a press conference in Detroit, Michigan, where he spoke about automobile manufacturing.[51]
  • September 25, 2023: Hutchinson released a statement in response to not qualifying for the second Republican presidential primary debate. Hutchinson said, "I understand that the RNC and the media are trying to reduce the number of candidates, but I measure success based on the response I receive in early primary states like Iowa and New Hampshire. My goal is to increase my polling numbers to 4% in an early state before Thanksgiving. If that goal is met, then I remain competitive and in contention for either Caucus Day or Primary Day. I entered this race because it is critically important for a leader within the Republican Party to stand up to Donald Trump and call him out on misleading his supporters and the American people."[52]
  • September 20, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Concord, New Hampshire.[53]
  • September 19, 2023: Hutchinson spoke about illegal opioids at a law enforcement roundtable discussion in Nashua, New Hampshire.[54]
  • September 16, 2023: Hutchinson attended the Jasper County, Iowa, Republican Party Annual Trap Shoot. Hutchinson also spoke at the Iowa Faith & Freedom Coalition Town Hall in Des Moines, Iowa. Click here to view his remarks.[55][56]
  • September 9, 2023: Hutchinson attended the 4th Congressional District Republicans Presidential Tailgate ahead of the Iowa vs. Iowa State football game in Ames, Iowa.[57][58][59]
  • September 5, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in New Hampshire.[60]
  • September 4, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Salem, New Hampshire, Republican Party Labor Day picnic.[61]

  • August 23, 2023: Hutchinson participated in the first Republican presidential primary debate in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Click here to read a summary of his statements.
  • August 20, 2023: Hutchinson announced he had met the polling and fundraising thresholds necessary to participate in the first Republican primary debate.[62]
  • August 19, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Des Moines Register's Political Soapbox event at the Iowa State Fair. Click here to view his remarks.[63]
  • August 15, 2023: Hutchinson participated in Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds' (R) Fair-Side Chats event at the Iowa State Fair. Click here to view the discussion.[64]
  • August 14, 2023: Hutchinson commented on the Georgia grand jury indictment of Donald Trump (R). Hutchinson said, "Over a year ago, I said that Donald Trump's actions disqualified him from ever serving as President again. Those words are more true today than ever before."[65]
  • August 11, 2023: Politico published a profile of Hutchinson titled "The Totally Not Boring Story of the Most Normal Republican Presidential Candidate."[66]
  • August 8, 2023: Hutchinson held a campaign event in Hanover, New Hampshire.[67]
  • August 6, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at Rep. Ashley Hinson's (R-Iowa) BBQ Bash event in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.[68]
  • August 3, 2023: Hutchinson held a campaign event in Dickinson County, Iowa.[69]
  • August 1, 2023: Hutchinson commented on the federal indictment of Donald Trump (R) related to interference in the certification of the 2020 presidential election. Hutchinson said, "I have always said that Donald Trump is morally responsible for the attack on our democracy. Now, with today’s indictment, our system of Justice will determine whether he is criminally responsible."[70]

  • July 28, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Iowa Republican Party's Lincoln Dinner in Des Moines, Iowa. Click here to watch his remarks.[71]
  • July 18, 2023: Hutchinson commented on Trump's announcement that he was a target in Jack Smith's January 6th investigation: "Anyone who truly loves this country and is willing to put the country over themselves would suspend their campaign for president of the United States immediately."[72]
  • July 17, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at a Headliners Newsmaker event hosted by the National Press Club.[73]
  • July 15, 2023:
    • Hutchinson spoke at the Turning Point Action Conference in West Palm Beach, Florida.[74]
    • The July quarterly Federal Election Commission campaign finance reporting deadline passed. Hutchinson raised $582,521 and spent $203,844 with $378,678 in cash on hand as of June 30.[75]
  • July 14, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Family Leadership Summit in Des Moines, Iowa.[76]
  • July 11, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Nevada, Iowa.[77]
  • July 7, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Greenville, South Carolina.[78]
  • July 6, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Greenville, South Carolina.[79]
  • July 4, 2023: Hutchinson participated in an Independence Day parade in Clear Lake, Iowa.[80]
  • July 1, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Moms for Liberty conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[81]

  • June 23, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference in Washington, D.C..[82]
  • June 22, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Manchester, New Hampshire.[83]
  • June 20, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Harlan, Iowa.[84]
  • June 19, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Council Bluffs, Iowa.[85]
  • June 14, 2023: Speaking about other candidates saying they would pardon Trump, Hutchinson said, "That's a misuse of the pardon power and should have no place in a campaign or a serious discussion of the office of president."[86]
  • June 12, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Bedford, New Hampshire.[87]
  • June 10, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Georgia Republican Convention in Columbus, Georgia.[88]
  • June 9, 2023: Hutchinson spoke at the Western Conservative Summit in Denver, Colorado.[89]
  • June 8, 2023: Hutchinson commented on Trump's indictment on charges he mishandled classified documents: "Donald Trump's actions—from his willful disregard for the Constitution to his disrespect for the rule of law—should not define our nation or the Republican Party. This is a sad day for our country. While Donald Trump is entitled to the presumption of innocence, the ongoing criminal proceedings will be a major distraction. This reaffirms the need for Donald Trump to respect the office and end his campaign."[90]
  • June 3, 2023: Hutchinson attended an event organized by Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) in Des Moines, Iowa.[91]
  • June 2, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Indianola, Iowa.[92]

  • May 31, 2023: Hutchinson participated in a televised WMUR town hall.[93]
  • May 23, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in South Carolina. He met with the leadership of the Electric Cooperatives of South Carolina and attended a lunch with the Richland County Republican Party.[94][95][96]
  • May 22, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in York County, South Carolina.[97]
  • May 18, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Muscatine, DeWitt, and Davenport, Iowa.[98][99][100]
  • May 17, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in Cedar Rapids and Davenport, Iowa.[101][102]
  • May 11, 2023: Hutchinson commented on the end of Title 42, saying, "Today marks the end of Title 42 and the most concentrated day of illegal crossings we have ever seen. Join me in praying for the men & women of the US Border Patrol. They are on the frontlines of this human disaster and working overtime to keep Americans safe. We stand with you!"[103]
  • May 10, 2023: Hutchinson campaigned in New Hampshire, meeting with the New Hampshire Federation of Republican Women and the New Hampshire Home Builders.[104]
  • May 2, 2023:
    • Hutchinson wrote an op-ed for CNN titled "Donald Trump has led us astray." He wrote, "The actions taken by former President Donald Trump demonstrate that he has chosen not to govern by honoring our shared conservative values. Instead, he has undermined the fabric of our democracy by questioning the outcome of the 2020 election and using violent rhetoric to stir protesters on January 6, 2021."[105]
    • Hutchinson campaigned in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.[106]

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Footnotes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 ABC News, "Asa Hutchinson announces 2024 bid for Republican nomination," April 2, 2023
  3. ↑ CNN, "Hutchinson suspends presidential campaign," January 16, 2024
  4. ↑ C-SPAN, "Asa Hutchinson Announces Presidential Campaign," April 26, 2023
  5. ↑ LinkedIn, "Asa Hutchinson," accessed June 4, 2021
  6. ↑ Biographical Directory of the U.S. Congress, "Hutchinson, Asa," accessed June 4, 2021
  7. ↑ The Hill, "RNC votes to hold first presidential debate in Milwaukee," February 23, 2023
  8. ↑ Fox News, "Fox News will host first 2024 Republican presidential primary debate in Milwaukee," April 12, 2023
  9. ↑ The Hill, "McDaniel announces California will host second GOP debate for 2024," April 20, 2023
  10. ↑ Reuters, "Third Republican primary debate to be in Miami in early November," September 14, 2023
  11. ↑ Associated Press, "Qualification markers grow even tougher for next month’s 4th GOP presidential debate, in Alabama," November 3, 2023
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 CNN, "CNN to host two GOP presidential primary debates in 2024," December 7, 2023
  13. ↑ ABC News, "ABC News to host GOP presidential debate before New Hampshire primary," December 7, 2023
  14. ↑ Hutchinson's campaign website, "Solutions," accessed September 8, 2023
  15. ↑ Asa Hutchinson's campaign website, "Solutions," accessed April 17, 2023
  16. ↑ Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, "Longtime Hutchinson associate named new presidential campaign manager," November 2, 2023
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  18. ↑ Associated Press, "ELECTION 2024 DELEGATE TRACKER," accessed January 16, 2024
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