Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush (R) on Tuesday announced the formation of a new political action committee, the latest indication he's preparing to launch a 2016 campaign. The Right to

Rise PAC's goal is to "support candidates who believe in conservative principles to allow all Americans to rise up," Bush explained in a video posted to his Facebook page.

Last month, Bush said he was "actively" exploring a White House bid, though he did not establish the usual exploratory committee. SUBSCRIBE TO THE WEEK Escape your echo chamber.

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