Former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley has decided to halt her campaign for the Republican presidential nomination in the wake of former President Donald Trump’s significant success on Super Tuesday.
Haley, despite facing tough odds, had been striving for the GOP nomination but is now planning to withdraw her candidacy on Wednesday.
Sources familiar with the matter have revealed that Haley will announce her decision during a scheduled speech in Charleston, South Carolina, at 10 a.m. ET, according to reports from the Wall Street Journal.
Both Trump and current President Joe Biden emerged as dominant forces in the Super Tuesday polls, setting the stage for a potential rematch in November.
Although Haley managed to secure a victory in Vermont, denting Trump’s hopes of a clean sweep, Trump clinched victories in other states crucial for Haley, including Virginia, Massachusetts, and Maine.
With Haley exiting the race, Trump remains the sole major candidate vying for the 2024 Republican nomination.
Nikki Haley Rejects Independent Run
Haley’s presidential bid has faced challenges, including hoax threats and calls from within her own party to withdraw from the race.
Despite winning the Republican primary in the District of Columbia, other GOP leaders urged Haley to prioritize unity around Trump.
Haley has unequivocally stated her disinterest in pursuing a third-party campaign, affirming her commitment to the Republican Party.
“I have said many, many times I would not run as an independent. I would not run as no labels because I am a Republican, and that’s who I’ve always been,” she declared.
Haley’s decision to step back from the race follows her historic win as the first woman to secure a Republican primary victory.
Impact and Reactions
The withdrawal of the former South Carolina governor’s campaign signifies a setback for voters, contributors, and Republican Party officials who oppose Trump and his fervent “Make America Great Again” agenda.
Nikki Haley enjoyed popularity among moderates and college-educated voters, two groups expected to play significant roles in the upcoming general election.
It remains uncertain whether Trump, who recently declared that Haley donors would be permanently excluded from his campaign, can successfully unite a sharply divided Republican Party.
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