Republican leaders perceive a distinct opportunity for one of Donald Trump’s earlier primary opponents to rejoin his Republican Party, while his last existing adversary may face expulsion.
A number of Republican members commended Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for his prudent decision to withdraw from the presidential race following his second-place finish to Trump in the Iowa caucuses. Lawmakers stated that his departure and quick backing of Trump indicate a reentry into prominent GOP politics, with the potential of potentially aligning with Trump’s circle.
However, the Republican legislators anticipated a significantly contrasting future for ex South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, who served as Trump’s United Nations ambassador when he was president. Haley is the lone remaining primary opponent. She has made the decision to persist with her primary campaign, shifting her focus towards criticizing Trump’s age and psychological health – asserting that she is the only candidate capable of defeating Democrat Joe Biden.
100s of Africans from the Islamic-majority nations of Senegal & Guinea run by my colleague and me after we saw them rush through a cut in the border wall. From my 7 weeks camped in Lukeville. (Didn't have my cam on a tripod cuz we ran after them, a little shaky). #BorderCrisis pic.twitter.com/UXMDMfMd1F
— Just Jeff From Cali (@liberty_clarion) February 12, 2024
Utah GOP Senator Mitt Romney, known for his vocal opposition to Trump inside the party, stated, “I don’t think that’s likely, but it is possible” for Haley to pursue national office as a Republican, although he considers it unlikely. However, he stated that it is highly probable that DeSantis may make another attempt, potentially as early as the 2028 electoral year.
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