It has been revealed that former President Donald Trump is reportedly furious with his former UN ambassador, Nikki Haley. Despite Trump’s substantial victories in Iowa and New Hampshire, Haley has refused to withdraw from the 2024 Republican presidential race, sparking what sources close to Trump describe as his being “consumed with rage.”
According to insiders cited by The Guardian, Trump perceives Haley as a “traitor” and a “disloyal” former ally. His frustration with her continued candidacy is reportedly diverting his attention from preparing for a potential rematch with Democrat Joe Biden, whom he narrowly lost to in 2020.
Trump publicly expressed his irritation with Haley during a speech in New Hampshire on Tuesday night, where he mocked her appearance and questioned her motivations. He urged her to “get out of the race and stop wasting time and money,” emphasizing the need for unity within the party.
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Nikki Haley, who previously served as the governor of South Carolina before joining the Trump administration, is running a long-shot campaign targeting moderate and independent voters who may be put off by Trump’s divisive style. She has criticized Trump’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, his role in the Capitol riot on January 6, and his mental state amidst legal troubles in New York.
Haley’s campaign has faced challenges in gaining traction and raising funds within the competitive Republican field, where Trump remains a dominant figure. Despite coming in third in Iowa with 13% of the vote and achieving a slightly better performance in New Hampshire with 22%, Haley has pledged to stay in the race until the end.
Her stance, particularly distancing herself from Trump’s false claims of election fraud, has drawn criticism from Trump’s loyal base, labeling her as a “RINO” (Republican in name only) and a “swamp creature.” Some former supporters, including Steve Bannon, Trump’s former chief strategist, have accused her of betrayal.
Haley’s defiance has escalated tensions with Trump, prompting him to order his campaign staff to attack her at every opportunity and to pressure her to withdraw. Reports suggest that Trump has even considered endorsing her primary opponents in various states if she does not exit the race soon.
Despite these challenges, Haley remains resolute in her commitment to the democratic process. She believes in the power of people to make their own choices and has vowed to continue fighting for what she believes in, irrespective of calls for her withdrawal.
This ongoing feud has raised concerns among some of Trump’s advisers who fear he may be diverting valuable time and energy toward a minor rival rather than preparing for potential legal battles and a rematch with Biden. Advisers, including former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, have urged Trump to focus on his positive achievements and future vision, sidelining Haley as a non-issue that will eventually fade away.
