He said that Sen. Tim Scott (R.S.C.), a former presidential candidate whose romantic history drew attention on the campaign trail, got engaged on Saturday. announced on social media.
Scott popped the question to his now-fiancée, Mindy North, as they strolled along the beach at sunset on Kiawah Island in South Carolina.
“As an introverted, quiet guy, it's a little bit awkward in some ways to have to discuss engagement, but it's the most exciting thing in my life. Jesus, my Lord,” Scott said. told the Washington Post.
“I have been very patient and praying, but I am really excited and a little nervous. I couldn’t be more excited to have found my soulmate and someone who shares so many of the same interests, passions, and goals as me.” I can't thank you enough,'' he said.
Scott said the two met through church and began dating about a year ago, where they bonded over Bible study.
Scott's relationship status was an unanswered question for much of last year's presidential campaign. The senator often refrained from commenting on his personal life until September, when he revealed that he actually has “someone special.”
At the time, he did not give Noche's name, calling her only a “nice Christian girl.” Her first public appearance came two months later, when she joined him on stage during a presidential debate in November.
Scott, 57, would have become the first unmarried president in more than 100 years if elected, sparking questions.
When he first publicly confirmed they were girlfriends in September, he said: joked in the post. As for why he didn't decide to take her to the campaign trail.
“I can't imagine dragging her into the election campaign unless I intend to marry her,” he said. “I hope so, to be honest.”
Scott approved Last week, former President Trump ran against former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, who also hails from Palmetto, for the 2024 Republican nomination. The two are scheduled to face off in the South Carolina primary on February 24th.
Speculation over Scott's future reignited on Sunday after he expressed interest in serving as President Trump's vice president.
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