Haley, who finished third in Iowa, anticipates a more favorable result in New Hampshire
After a historic victory in Iowa, Donald Trump redirected his attention to the New Hampshire primary, where Nikki Haley aims to prevent the frontrunner's momentum. The Wall Street Journal reported.
Haley, who finished third in Iowa behind Ron DeSantis, anticipates a more favorable outcome in the New Hampshire primary on Jan. 23, aiming to appeal to the state's centrist electorate.
While acknowledging Trump's success in Iowa, Haley emphasized his prospects in New Hampshire, framing the Republican primary as a two-person race.
He maintained that Trump's presidency had positive aspects, but argued that the controversies surrounding him could hamper the Republican Party's chances against President Biden in the November election.
Trump's rally in southern New Hampshire and Haley's appearance in the northern part of the state indicate a head-to-head battle. Recent polls suggest Haley is narrowing Trump's lead, creating a competitive landscape. Before Iowa, polls showed Trump leading with 43%, Haley with 30% and DeSantis with just under 6%.
Trump's dominant performance in Iowa positions him strongly, and a convincing victory in New Hampshire could eliminate the competition. However, the campaign estimates that the delegates needed for the nomination may not meet until March.
Candidates challenging Trump hoped to tap into dissatisfaction, with Haley cementing support among college-educated Republicans and DeSantis addressing concerns about a liberal takeover.
However, Trump's broad appeal among various groups of voters, as indicated by preliminary results, presents a formidable challenge.
While concerns about school curricula were high among caucus participants, Trump's substantial support among these voters left little room for DeSantis.
