It’s official: Rand Paul is running for president.
The libertarian-minded Kentucky senator announced Tuesday on his website that he’ll seek the Republican nomination for the White House in 2016.
“I am running for president to return our country to the principles of liberty and limited government,” he said.
He posted a video message from his wife, Kelley.
Paul is set to roll out his campaign in Louisville later in the day.
First elected to the U.S. Senate in 2010, Paul’s presidential ambitions have been widely on display. He’s the second Republican contender to officially jump in the race after Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas announced his candidacy on March 23.
He is also seeking reelection to his Senate seat in case he loses the presidential race.
