Questions About Tim Scott's Personal Life Distract From Policy Focus

Sen. Tim Scott is facing scrutiny over being unmarried and rumors about his sexual orientation as he runs for president.
Scott has stated he is in a relationship with a girlfriend but wants to protect her privacy.
Some GOP donors have expressed concern about supporting an unmarried presidential candidate.
Scott believes the focus on his marital status stems from bias and aims to redirect attention to his policy platform.
There are calls to judge Scott on his qualifications rather than his personal life.