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Nikki Haley slams Ramaswamy for defending TikTok: ‘You’re not trustworthy’

The Stage Heats Up: Nikki Haley vs. Vivek Ramaswamy

The GOP presidential primary debate at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, was anything but calm on Wednesday night.

Among the⁤ candidates, Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina governor and United Nations ambassador, and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy had a particularly intense face-off.

Haley didn’t hold back, telling Ramaswamy, “Every time I hear you, I feel a bit dumber for ‍what you say.”

The heated exchange stemmed from Ramaswamy’s defense of his‌ use of the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok.

Ramaswamy had previously faced criticism for ‌making ​a TikTok video with social media influencer Jake Paul.

Ramaswamy defended his TikTok use by saying, “I have ​a radical idea for the Republican Party. We need to win elections and part of how we win elections is reaching the next generation⁣ of young Americans where they are.”

He⁣ also‍ mentioned his plan to limit the use ⁤of “addictive social media” for ​children under the ⁣age of 16.

Haley wasn’t⁤ impressed with Ramaswamy’s defense, ‌arguing that TikTok is a “dangerous” ​app that gives the Chinese government⁤ access to users’ information.

Haley pointed out, “150 million people are on TikTok. That means ‌ [China] can get your contacts,⁣ they can get your financial information, they ​can get your emails, they can get ​text messages, they can get all‍ of these things.”

Ramaswamy tried to interrupt Haley, but she continued speaking, accusing him of helping China make medicines and wanting kids to use‌ a dangerous social media platform. She also brought⁣ up his business ⁤ties with the Chinese.

Ramaswamy responded by urging ⁤the ⁤Republican Party members on ⁣stage to avoid personal insults.

Throughout the debate, Ramaswamy faced attacks from‍ all sides, with South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott calling out his previous claims about fellow candidates being “bought and paid for.”

Ramaswamy defended himself ‌by saying, “These are good people who are tainted by a broken system.”

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How does Vivek Ramaswamy​ argue that the Republican Party should adapt and‌ reach younger voters through platforms like TikTok?

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In⁤ the end, the face-off between Nikki ⁣Haley and Vivek ​Ramaswamy showcased the ideological divide within the Republican Party.

Haley’s criticism of Ramaswamy’s defense​ of TikTok reflects a growing concern among conservatives about the app’s ties​ to China and the potential national security risks it poses. ‌Many worry that the Chinese ‌government could use the app to gather sensitive information about American citizens.

On⁣ the other ⁣hand, Ramaswamy’s argument that the Republican Party needs to adapt ‍and reach younger voters⁤ through platforms like TikTok highlights a different perspective. He believes that the party should not overlook​ the importance of engaging⁢ with the next generation of voters, even if it means​ utilizing apps owned ⁤by Chinese companies.

This clash of viewpoints is ⁤not unique to⁤ Haley and Ramaswamy. It represents a broader debate within the Republican Party about the direction it should take. Should it prioritize national security and protectionism, or ⁣should it embrace ⁤technological advancements and reach out to younger voters?

The exchanges between Haley and Ramaswamy‍ also shed light on broader issues within ​the presidential primary‌ process. Personal attacks and heated confrontations have increasingly become a defining characteristic of these debates, and this exchange was no exception. While some argue that such confrontations showcase the passion and authenticity‍ of the candidates, others ⁢worry that they distract from substantive‍ policy discussions and take away ⁣from the gravity of the presidential race.

Overall, the face-off between Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy at the GOP presidential primary debate was a testament ​to the diverging perspectives within the Republican Party.‍ It highlighted the tensions between national ⁤security concerns and the need for innovative campaign strategies, as​ well as the growing trend of confrontational exchanges in political debates. As the race for the Republican nomination continues, it remains to be‌ seen how these ideological divides will shape the party’s future direction and influence the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.



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