Nikki Haley drops out, paves way for Biden-Trump rematch
OAN’s James Meyers
7:53 AM -Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley has announced her withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race after a disappointing performance in Super Tuesday’s primary contests, winning only in Vermont.
This decision effectively hands over the Republican nomination to former President Donald Trump, setting the stage for a potential rematch against President Joe Biden in November.
Despite her withdrawal, Haley’s campaign has stated that she will not be endorsing any candidate at this time. Instead, she will urge Trump to earn the support of Republicans and independent voters who previously supported her.
Responding to Haley’s withdrawal, Trump campaign press secretary Karoline Leavitt expressed hope that Haley would endorse Trump, emphasizing the clear choice made by voters across the country.
“It is beyond time for Nikki Haley to get out of this race and to unify around the president,” she said. “He has been saying this for weeks, really for months. And so we encourage her to do just that, to adhere to the will of Republican voters.”
Despite Trump’s dominance in the race, including in Haley’s home state of South Carolina, she had resisted pressure to drop out until now.
Initially considered a dark horse candidate, Haley gained momentum after strong performances in Republican debates last summer and fall.
“I’m not giving up this fight when a majority of Americans disapprove of both Donald Trump and Joe Biden,” she said at her campaign’s watch party on the night of the South Carolina primary, adding that other states “have the right to a real choice, not a Soviet-style election with only one candidate.”
However, despite her efforts on the debate stage, Republican primary voters ultimately chose Trump over Haley in all but one primary, Vermont, on Super Tuesday.
While several other 2024 GOP candidates have pledged their support for Trump after dropping out, Haley no longer feels bound by her previous commitment to support the GOP’s nominee.
In the end, Haley’s support was not enough to overcome Trump’s stronghold within the Republican party.
Haley previously served as the UN Ambassador under the Trump administration and had three terms in the South Carolina House of Representatives.
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How did the Trump campaign respond to Nikki Haley’s withdrawal and what are their hopes regarding her potential endorsement
Representatives before assuming her role at the United Nations. She was seen as a rising star within the Republican Party, with many considering her a potential frontrunner for the 2024 presidential nomination.
However, Haley’s journey came to an end after a disappointing performance in Super Tuesday’s primary contests. Winning only in Vermont, she decided to withdraw from the race, effectively handing over the Republican nomination to former President Donald Trump. This sets the stage for a potential rematch against President Joe Biden in November.
Despite her withdrawal, Haley’s campaign made it clear that she would not be endorsing any candidate at this time. Instead, she intends to urge Trump to earn the support of Republicans and independent voters who previously supported her. This move showcases her commitment to the party and the importance of unity within its ranks.
In response to Haley’s withdrawal, the Trump campaign press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, expressed hope that Haley would endorse Trump. She emphasized the clear choice made by voters across the country and encouraged Haley to adhere to the will of Republican voters.
Throughout the race, Haley had resisted pressure to drop out, even in the face of Trump’s dominance, including in her home state of South Carolina. Initially considered a dark horse candidate, she gained momentum after strong performances in Republican debates last summer and fall. However, despite her efforts on the debate stage, Republican primary voters ultimately preferred Trump over Haley in all but one primary.
Although several other GOP candidates have pledged their support for Trump after dropping out, Haley no longer feels bound by her previous commitment to endorse the party’s nominee. This decision showcases her independence and the belief that her support alone was not enough to overcome Trump’s stronghold within the Republican Party.
Nikki Haley’s political journey has been remarkable, with her serving as the UN Ambassador under the Trump administration and having three terms in the South Carolina House of Representatives. While her presidential bid may have come to an end, her contributions to the Republican Party and her commitment to public service will not be forgotten.
As the 2024 presidential race continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the Republican Party will unite behind its chosen nominee. The upcoming months will undoubtedly be filled with debates, campaigning, and tough decisions. All eyes will be on the Republican Party as it navigates this critical juncture and prepares for the ultimate battle in November.
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