Sources told CNN Wednesday that Rick Santorum is dropping out of the 2016 presidential race.

Another GOP departure: CNN has learned @RickSantorum will exit race tonight. Plans endorsement. — John King (@JohnKingCNN) February 3, 2016

The former Pennsylvania senator’s exit comes close on the heels of Kentucky Sen. [crscore]Rand Paul[/crscore]’s Wednesday announcement. (RELATED: Paul Suspends Presidential Campaign)

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