Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley stood firm on her decision not to retract her commitment to support Donald Trump as the eventual 2024 GOP presidential candidate. In a live interview with CNN News Central’s Kate Bolduan on Tuesday morning, Haley addressed the escalating criticism she has directed at the former president, branding him unfit for office and predicting his defeat against President Joe Biden in the general election.
Background:
Haley, the sole major candidate, aside from the former president, vying for the GOP nomination, previously served as the United Nations ambassador in the Trump administration from 2017 to 2018. Despite her criticisms, she remains in the race but has yet to secure victory in any state contest.
Key Points:
During the initial GOP presidential debate in 2023, Haley, along with other candidates, pledged to support the eventual party nominee, even if it were Trump and even if he were a convicted felon by the general election. This commitment was a prerequisite for participation in the debate.
In recent weeks, Haley’s criticism of Trump has intensified, leading to increased speculation about her willingness to support him as the nominee. During her CNN appearance on Tuesday, she emphasized her focus on the current state of her campaign, stating, “When you are in the middle of a campaign, you don’t think about anything beyond the campaign.”
Haley expressed her “serious concerns about Donald Trump” but also asserted having more concerns about Biden. Newsweek reached out to Haley’s campaign for comment, with any responses to be included in an update to this article.
Public Opinion:
Facing calls to exit the race as her campaign encounters difficulties, prominent figures like Charlie Kirk and Representative Byron Donalds have questioned Haley’s viability. Trump’s decisive victory over Haley in South Carolina intensified these calls for her withdrawal.
Collin Rugg, co-founder of Trending Politics, criticized Haley’s determination to stay in the race as “next-level delusion.” Florida Republican Matt Gaetz emphasized the impact of losing a primary in one’s home state, labeling it a significant setback.
In the midst of mounting pressure, Haley remains resolute in her pursuit of the GOP nomination, navigating a complex political landscape as the 2024 election unfolds.
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