Former President Donald Trump seeks to secure his fourth consecutive primary state victory on Saturday in South Carolina, competing against Nikki Haley.
Crushing Blow
Trump’s goal is to deliver a crushing blow to his last major rival for the Republican nomination in her home state.
Strong Support
Entering the contest with a substantial lead in the polls and support from prominent South Carolina Republicans like Senator Tim Scott, Trump looks to overshadow Haley.
Intense Campaign
Haley, once under Trump as the U.N. ambassador and a two-term governor of South Carolina, has been campaigning intensively, cautioning against Trump’s candidacy based on his age and legal challenges.
Cases Against Trump
Trump, aged 77, is currently facing four criminal cases involving a total of 91 felony charges.
Historical Importance
South Carolina’s primary typically serves as a predictor of the eventual presidential nominee. Since 1980, all primary victors (excluding Newt Gingrich in 2012) have secured the GOP nomination.
Continued Determination
Haley remains determined to continue her campaign, regardless of the outcome, while Trump prepares for a probable rematch against President Joe Biden in the general election.
Staying in the Race
During an address on Tuesday’s state of the GOP presidential primary, the former governor emphasized that she has no plans to drop out anytime soon.
Not Dropping Out
Haley said, “Some of you — perhaps a few of you in the media — came here today to see if I’m dropping out of the race. Well, I’m not. Far from it.”
Political Elite’s Demand
Haley stated, “we all know where” calls for her to drop out are coming from, indicating “the political elite, the party bosses,” and “cheerleaders in the commentator world.”
Trump is a “Disaster”
Addressing her alma mater, Clemson University, Haley sharply criticized the former president, describing him as a “disaster” for the GOP, “more unstable and unhinged” than when he initially ran. She also rebuked other Republicans for being “too afraid to say it out loud.”
“No Need to Kiss the Ring”
She continued, “Well, I’m not afraid to say the hard truths out loud. I feel no need to kiss the ring. And I have no fear of Trump’s retribution. I’m not looking for anything from him.”
Poll Results
Haley’s remarks came as she trailed behind Trump by 28 points, according to a USA Today/Suffolk University poll released Tuesday.
Loyalist Shift
Trump’s campaign draws support from those who once backed Haley, with voters like Davis Paul expressing doubts about Haley’s readiness to face Trump’s political prowess.
Campaign Trail Presence
Trump’s campaign strategy includes rallying in South Carolina, attending fundraising events, leveraging large crowds, and gaining the support of Governor Henry McMaster, thereby enhancing his visibility and appeal.
Undermining Trump’s Campaign
During a rally in Rock Hill on Friday, Trump criticized Haley’s ongoing participation in the race, alleging it was an attempt to undermine his campaign, purportedly at the encouragement of Democratic donors.
Inflict Pain on Us
He said, “All she’s trying to do is inflict pain on us so they can win in November. We’re not going to let that happen.”
Material for Haley
At rallies, Trump’s comments have provided Haley with material for criticism. He questioned why Haley’s husband, deployed with the South Carolina Army National Guard in Africa, wasn’t campaigning with her.
Criticism Over Respect and Foreign Policy
Haley used this to argue that Trump lacks respect for servicemembers and their families. Trump’s remarks about allowing Russia to act freely against NATO countries not meeting spending targets were also cited by Haley as proof of his volatility and leniency towards Russia.
Cross-Party Appeal
Haley’s campaign has reached out to Democrats, encouraging their participation in the Republican primary to shape the outcome, illustrating a strategic attempt to broaden her support base.
Voters Switch to Oppose Trump
Some of those voters have been attending her events, indicating that while they intended to vote for Biden in the general election, they planned to switch to the GOP primary on Saturday to oppose Trump.
Unwavering Determination
Despite the uphill battle in her home state, Haley vows to persist in the campaign, emphasizing her independence and dismissing the notion of seeking a vice-presidential nomination under Trump.
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