"North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum's Exit from Presidential Race Raises Questions about His Future"

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race, citing dissatisfaction with the debate qualifications set by the Republican National Committee. Despite his underdog status, Burgum had rejected calls to exit the crowded field of GOP hopefuls. His campaign focused on energy policy and national security, and he qualified for the first and second Republican debates through a controversial scheme of offering $20 gift cards to donors. Burgum's exit follows former Vice President Mike Pence and South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott's departure from the Republican field.