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Trump Poised To Dominate ‘Super Tuesday’ as Haley Makes Last Stand

March 10, 2024March 4, 2024 by Asare Michael Baarffour (Devarsh)

Former US president, Donald Trump is poised to dominate ‘super Tuesday’ over Nikki Haley regarding the GOP presidential nomination.

Donald Trump is set to continue his march to the GOP presidential nomination on Tuesday when 15 states vote to award more than a third of the party’s delegates and see how quickly Republicans rally behind the former president.

Trump has decisively won all but one contest thus far and is expected to sweep “Super Tuesday,” a normally high-stakes event on the primary calendar that has lost its suspense due to the former president’s dominance.

Despite Trump’s near-incumbent status in the race, a sizable, if losing, percentage of voters have chosen another candidate in several contests, highlighting some voters’ concerns and the potential general election challenges ahead. His last remaining GOP challenger, Nikki Haley, has cited this trend as a reason to continue her campaign.

In many ways, a rematch between President Biden and Trump is already underway, and observers and strategists expressed varying opinions on what the margins in the GOP contests mean for Trump in November.

The incumbent and his allies are increasingly critical of Trump as a threat to democracy, abortion rights, and other liberties, while the former president has hammered Biden on immigration and the economy. Trump’s 91 criminal charges, which he used to rally supporters in the primary, are also expected to play a role in the fall campaign.

Trump’s team plans to secure the nomination by March 19, according to advisers. Haley, the former United Nations ambassador, has only committed to staying in the race until Tuesday, paving the way for a possible quick exit. Recent polling shows that more than 90% of registered Republicans support Trump over Biden, who is dealing with low Democratic enthusiasm and cracks in the coalition that helped him win a narrow victory in 2020.

At the same time, the primaries have highlighted Haley’s appeal to independents and college-educated voters, as she presents a compelling case against Trump. Super Tuesday will reveal more about who supports Trump and who may need to be persuaded in the coming months.

Nikki Haley beats Donald Trump in Washington DC for first primary victory

March 10, 2024March 4, 2024 by Rexford Dede Baah-Nyarkoh

In a significant development in the 2024 Republican presidential campaign, Nikki Haley beats Donald Trump in Washington DC primaries.

She has emerged victorious over Donald Trump in the Republican primary held in Washington DC. This marks her first triumph over the former president in the ongoing race for the Republican presidential nomination.

Despite losing in her home state of South Carolina, Nikki Haley’s win in Washington DC is historic as she becomes the first woman to clinch a Republican primary victory in US history. However, it’s important to note that Donald Trump maintains a substantial lead over Haley, positioning himself as the frontrunner to potentially face Joe Biden in the November election.

Nikki Haley secured a decisive victory, capturing 62.9% of the vote compared to Trump’s 33.2%. She will receive all 19 Republican delegates from Washington DC, adding to her nationwide delegate count of 43, which pales in comparison to Trump’s 247.

This victory, albeit symbolic to some extent, underscores a rejection of Trump’s leadership by Republicans in a heavily Democrat-leaning jurisdiction like Washington DC, where only a fraction of registered Republicans participated in the primary.

Following her win, Nikki Haley’s campaign emphasized a rejection of “Washington dysfunction” and Trump’s “chaos,” positioning her as a candidate for change. In contrast, the Trump Campaign swiftly dismissed Haley’s victory, labeling her as the “Queen of the Swamp,” a nod to her establishment ties.

Despite this setback, Donald Trump continues to dominate the Republican primaries nationwide, poised to accrue more delegates in upcoming contests, particularly on Super Tuesday, where a substantial number of delegates are at stake.

Nikki Haley remains resolute in her campaign, vowing to continue competing until at least 5 March, when several states hold their primaries on Super Tuesday. With the race intensifying, both candidates are gearing up for a protracted battle to secure the Republican nomination and ultimately challenge the Democratic incumbent in the upcoming presidential election.

Koch Network Pulls Funding From Nikki Haley’s Campaign After Loss In South Carolina

March 10, 2024February 26, 2024 by Asare Michael Baarffour (Devarsh)

The political landscape is frequently treacherous, with alliances forming and breaking with the ebb and flow of electoral tides. Koch Network pulls funding from Nikki Haley’s campaign after suffering a huge loss to Donald Trump in South Carolina.

Nikki Haley, the former US Ambassador to the United Nations and a prominent Republican figure faced a difficult campaign in her home state. However, her defeat to former President Donald Trump dealt a significant setback to her ambitions. The South Carolina primary, held on Saturday, became the battleground where Haley’s political fate was on the line.

Americans for Prosperity Action (AFP Action), the Koch network’s political arm, was a strong supporter of Haley’s campaign. Their financial support provided critical resources for her presidential campaign.

However, in the wake of her defeat, AFP Action has decided to suspend its funding. The network, backed by billionaire Charles Koch, made the announcement the day after Haley’s defeat in South Carolina.

Emily Seidel, CEO of AFP Action, explained the decision in an internal email to her staff. She stated, “Given the challenges in the primary states ahead, we don’t believe any outside group can make a significant difference in broadening her path to victory.” So, while we will continue to support her, we will direct our resources where they can make a difference.” In essence, the network continues to support Haley’s candidature but will now express it in words rather than money.

Haley’s problems extend beyond the Koch network. Reid Hoffman, a billionaire known for his tech ventures and political involvement, also contributed financially to her campaign. However, he also withdrew his support in January. The combination of AFP Action and Hoffman’s decisions have put Haley’s campaign in jeopardy.

Despite these setbacks, Nikki Haley remains determined. Her campaign has confirmed that she will remain in the race until Super Tuesday on March 5. In a statement, Haley’s team thanked AFP Action for their contributions to the fight for freedom and conservative government. They emphasised their determination to continue the fight, boosted by grassroots conservative contributions totaling more than $1 million in the last 24 hours.