Scott Walker inches closer to 2016 bid with launch of new political committee

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker (R) on Tuesday announced the formation of a new political organization, a likely sign that he is moving closer toward a 2016 White House run.

Called "Our American Revival," the organization's aim is to "communicate a vision and work to enact policies that will lead to a more free and prosperous America by restoring power to the states," Walker said in a statement announcing the launch. Notably, the organization differs from those of other potential 2016 candidates in that it's a so-called "527" — named for a snippet of tax code — and not a leadership PAC; a Walker adviser told The Washington Post they opted against a PAC because those are best suited for fundraising, not messaging.

Walker earned high praise from conservatives after his appearance at last weekend's Freedom Summit in Iowa, but he remains largely unknown outside the beltway and polls near the bottom of early 2016 surveys.

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