Nikki Haley Declines Vice Presidential Consideration, Eyes GOP Nomination
Former South Carolina Governor, Nikki Haley, has made it clear that she is not vying for a vice presidential spot but is firmly in the race for the GOP presidential nomination.
Sam Morgan
- 2024-01-09
- Updated 06:53 PM ET
(NewsNibs) - During an interview with Fox News reporter Bill Melugin, Haley asserted that she has no interest in being anyone's running mate, distancing herself from the political maneuvers of contemporaries such as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. She boldly suggested that former President Donald Trump, who is leading in the polls for the 2024 Republican primary, should pay attention to who she might select as her vice president. Haley’s commitment to her presidential campaign was emphasized as she promised to unveil her choice for the vice-presidential candidate within the next six months.
Poll Positions and Rivalry
In the context of her bid for the Republican nomination, Nikki Haley is currently behind Donald Trump, who is significantly leading with the support of 62.6% of likely Republican voters. Comparison with her GOP rivals shows Haley with 11% support, closely tailing Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis who has 11.1%, while Chris Christie lags at 3.3%. Haley's campaign trail is also shaded by the criticism from Trump, who has previously disparaged her on his Truth Social platform, referring to her as a "birdbrain," questioning her loyalty and honesty, and critiquing her capabilities for leadership.
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