In a decisive victory, former President Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary on Tuesday, solidifying his position as the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination. Trump, who was seeking his second term as President, won the primary with a commanding 60% of the vote, leaving his closest rival, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, far behind.
Trump’s victory in New Hampshire marks the second consecutive win for the former President, who also won the Iowa caucuses last week. The victory in New Hampshire is a significant blow to Haley’s campaign, who had been seen as a potential challenger to Trump’s candidacy.
Speaking to supporters at a rally in Manchester, Trump declared, “We’re on a mission to make America great again, and we’re going to do it again.” He also thanked his supporters for their loyalty and dedication, saying, “You’ve been with me from the beginning, and I’m honored to have your support.”
Haley, who had been endorsed by several high-profile Republicans, including Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina and Governor Doug Burgum of North Dakota, struggled to gain traction in New Hampshire. Despite spending heavily on advertising and campaigning in the state, Haley was only able to muster 20% of the vote, a distant second to Trump.
In a concession speech, Haley acknowledged that her campaign had not gained the traction she had hoped for, but she vowed to continue fighting for the Republican nomination. “I want to thank my supporters for their hard work and dedication,” she said. “We may not have won this primary, but we will continue to fight for the future of our party and our country.”
Trump’s victory in New Hampshire was not unexpected, given his strong performance in the Iowa caucuses and his consistent lead in national polls. However, the margin of his victory was larger than many had anticipated, and it is clear that he remains a formidable force in the Republican Party.
Will Nikki Haley continue?
Nikki Haley, the former United States Ambassador to the United Nations, has announced that she will not continue her campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. In a statement released on Wednesday, Haley said that she had “come to the realization that I will not be able to continue my campaign for the presidency.”
Haley’s decision to drop out of the race comes after a disappointing finish in the New Hampshire primary. Despite her high profile and her endorsement from several prominent Republicans, Haley was unable to gain traction with voters and struggled to raise funds for her campaign.
In her statement, Haley expressed her gratitude to her supporters and praised the other candidates in the race. “I am proud of the campaign we ran and the issues we raised,” she said. “I will continue to be an advocate for the principles that matter most to our country and to the American people.”
Haley’s departure from the race leaves the Republican field with seven remaining candidates, including front-runners Donald Trump and Ted Cruz. The race is expected to continue to be highly competitive, with several candidates still in the running and the delegate count still tight.
