Former South Carolina governor criticizes former boss
In a recent social media post, former UN ambassador Nikki Haley took a swipe at former President Donald Trump, calling him the “Weakest General Election Candidate Ever” in a mock Halloween costume photo. Haley argued that Democrats are thrilled at the prospect of running against Trump, stating that his legal issues, poor poll numbers, and confusion will hand them a significant victory.
Trump retaliates on Truth Social platform
In response to Haley’s comments, Trump took to his Truth Social platform to highlight polls that indicate he would be a stronger candidate against President Biden in the general election compared to Haley. Trump’s campaign spokesman dismissed Haley’s attack, referring to her as a “stone cold loser” who is growing increasingly irrelevant.
Challenging path for Haley in GOP nomination race
Haley faces an uphill battle in the race for the GOP nomination, with Trump maintaining a commanding lead as the frontrunner for the Republican race. Trump secured victories in the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primary, leaving Haley as one of the last major candidates from a field that started with nearly 15 contenders. The next major contest will take place in Haley’s home state of South Carolina, where she currently trails Trump by a significant 26 points, according to recent polls.
Momentum and Super Tuesday
Despite the challenges, Haley remains determined to build momentum in the race. With notable performances in Iowa and New Hampshire, she aims to narrow the gap and make the competition more competitive heading into Super Tuesday. This crucial day will see 15 states hold GOP presidential nominating contests, with 36% of all Republican delegates up for grabs.
Concerns over electability
While some South Carolina voters believe Trump has a greater chance of defeating President Biden in the general election, a significant portion still doubt Haley’s ability to secure a victory. Only 21% of South Carolina Republicans believe Haley could definitely beat Biden, compared to 42% who have confidence in Trump. Polling experts suggest that Haley’s focus on electability may not be enough to gain significant ground against the frontrunner, as Republican primary voters tend to prioritize policy and personality over electability.
Overall, Haley faces an uphill battle in her quest for the GOP nomination, as she continues to trail behind Trump in key states. With Super Tuesday on the horizon, the race for the Republican ticket remains highly competitive.
