DeSantis argues that Scott's endorsement of Trump weakens Haley's position.
In the 2024 Republican presidential primary, Donald Trump is leading significantly in New Hampshire with around 52% support, according to recent polls. Nikki Haley is in second place with 34%, while Ron DeSantis trails behind with 8%.
DeSantis, a rival presidential hopeful to both Haley and Trump, recently made remarks to Fox News at Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire. He expressed his focus on the current election cycle and argued that Haley's campaign strategy in New Hampshire was excessive. Haley, on the other hand, has emphasised the importance of winning the support of the people of New Hampshire.
The presidential primary in New Hampshire, scheduled for Tuesday, is crucial in the early stages of the GOP nomination race. The state has played a significant role in past Republican primaries, often setting the tone for the rest of the race.
DeSantis's endorsement of Trump is notable, showing reconciliation after a competitive and sometimes adversarial primary battle. Trump publicly acknowledged a strong relationship with DeSantis, calling it “a 10” out of 10, suggesting they have put aside previous skirmishes to unite against the Democratic incumbent.
Haley, on the other hand, positions herself as the “only viable” alternative to Trump within the Republican race, continuing to challenge both Trump and President Joe Biden in the lead-up to New Hampshire voting. She has been critical of both Trump and Biden, calling them "equally bad" for the country.
Senator Tim Scott's support is the latest in a series of significant endorsements for Trump in the state. Scott endorsed Trump at a campaign rally in Concord, New Hampshire, a move that DeSantis perceives as a significant setback for Haley.
As the South Carolina Republican presidential primary on February 24 approaches, tensions rise between Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis. The primary has all 50 Republican delegates at stake, making it an important contest for both candidates.
In the midst of this, DeSantis dismissed the idea of seeking an exit from the 2024 campaign, highlighting the need for the Republican Party to regroup after lackluster turnout in Iowa.
| Candidate | New Hampshire Polling | Endorsements/Relationships | Political Position | |-----------------|-----------------------|----------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | Donald Trump | 52% | Endorsed by Ron DeSantis; strong GOP base support | Front-runner, favored to win NH primary | | Nikki Haley | 34% | Campaign claims "only viable alternative" | Main challenger to Trump, critical of both Trump and Biden | | Ron DeSantis | 8% (before dropping out)| Suspended campaign; endorsed Trump | Former rival, now allied with Trump |
This shows a GOP primary shifting toward Trump with DeSantis’s endorsement strengthening his position, while Haley remains the main challenger but trails significantly in New Hampshire polls.
News of the shifting GOP primary reveals Donald Trump holding a significant lead in New Hampshire polls with around 52% support. Nikki Haley, in second place with 34%, is trailing the front-runner. Ron DeSantis, a rival presidential hopeful, has endorsed Trump, a notable movement showing reconciliation after a competitive primary battle. Haley, on the other hand, positions herself as the "only viable" alternative within the Republican race, continuing to challenge both Trump and President Biden. Senator Tim Scott's endorsement of Trump has added to his strong GOP base support. Meanwhile, tensions rise between Haley and DeSantis as the South Carolina Republican presidential primary approaches. These developments underscore the complexity of the 2024 Republican presidential primary race amid the backdrop of general news, crime and justice, and car accidents, as well as war-and-conflicts, policy-and-legislation, fires, and politics.
