Breaking: Kucinich Out Of Presidential Race

The Cleveland Plain Dealer is reporting that Dennis Kucinich is dropping out of the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.

The Plain Dealer, Ohio's largest newspaper, cites an exclusive interview with the congressman and says that he will give further explanation as to his decision when he holds a press conference to formally declare his withdrawal Friday afternoon.

The decision will likely have something to do with reports that Kucinich is starting to worry about his two primary challengers for his congressional seat, and sent out an "urgent personal appeal" requesting funds from his supporters to battle the Cleveland "corporate interests" that he sees as being the source of the challenges.