The Hill News

Rick Santorum announced Wednesday that he would be stepping off the campaign trail over the Easter holiday but would resume public events next week after a four-day break, despite acknowledging that a loss in his home state of Pennsylvania would cripple his campaign.

"The Santorum for President campaign will be taking a brief break from the campaign trail so that the team has an opportunity to return to their homes and spend time with family and friends," said a statement on Santorum's website.

"The Santorum family wishes everyone a safe and blessed holiday weekend."

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