Former UN ambassador and Republican presidential candidate, Nikki Haley, fired back at Donald Trump’s recent spread of a ‘birther’ conspiracy theory questioning her eligibility to be the U.S. president. Trump suggested that Haley, of Bharat-American descent, was ineligible due to her parents not being U.S. citizens when she was born.
During a CNN town hall in New Hampshire, Haley addressed the issue, emphasizing her pride in her hometown of Bamberg, South Carolina. She dismissed Trump’s name-calling, stating that it is a typical response when he feels threatened or insecure.
Haley also addressed Trump’s misspelling of her Indian name, ‘Nimarata Nikki Randhawa,’ on Truth Social, the social media platform he launched. Despite the racial implications, Haley asserted that she is aware of being a threat, refusing to engage in name-calling and expressing her commitment to focusing on important issues.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump not only misspelled Haley’s name but also criticized her recent speech and downplayed her performance in the Iowa Primary. Haley’s response remains focused on her campaign and avoiding getting involved in personal attacks with Trump.
The intense White House race among Republican candidates has led to increased tensions, with biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy also targeting Haley over her birth name. Despite finishing behind in the Iowa primary, Haley’s campaign released videos mocking Trump and highlighting his past complimentary remarks about her during their time together in his administration.
As the competition heats up, Haley’s campaign strategy seems to position Trump as her primary opponent, despite Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis currently leading in Iowa. The exchange between Trump and Haley reflects the ongoing dynamics within the Republican Party as the 2024 presidential race unfolds.
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