Latest News About Rand Paul Presidential Campaign, 2016

Updated 2026-05-16 06:06

Rand Paul’s 2016 presidential campaign had two major breaking-news moments: his launch in early April 2015 and his eventual suspension in early February 2016.[1][2]

Campaign launch (April 2015)

Rand Paul officially began his 2016 presidential bid in April 2015, pitching a message focused on taking the country “back” from Washington and positioning himself against both Washington and much of the GOP establishment.[1]

Suspension/dropout (February 2016)

By February 2016, Paul suspended his 2016 presidential campaign after a disappointing showing in the Iowa caucuses, with reports noting he ended the race shortly after finishing fifth.[2][9]

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Kentucky's Rand Paul: "I Am Running For President"

Sen. Rand Paul entered the campaign for the 2016 Republican presidential nomination with a declaration that he's running to "return our country to the principles of liberty and limited government."

www.cbsnews.com

Senator Rand Paul joins 2016 presidential race

Sen. Rand Paul, a tea party favorite and frequent antagonist of leaders of his Republican Party, is ready to test how much change voters want, both for their government and for the GOP.

www.bostonglobe.com