In a decisive victory, former president Donald Trump He won the South Carolina Republican primary on Saturday night, beating the former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley in his own state.
The victory further consolidates Trump’s lead for the Republican nomination, continuing his streak of consecutive victories in several states.
Despite the defeat, Haley remained steadfast in her campaign, planning to continue at least until next Super Tuesday. Her defeat in South Carolina, where she was governor, underscores the challenges she faces against Trump’s momentum.
Trump’s victory was announced shortly after the polls closed, based on an analysis of voter polls that showed him significantly ahead of Haley.
In his victory speech, Trump emphasized unity within the Republican Party and the need to focus on the work ahead.
South Carolina’s primaries have historically been a strong indicator of the Republican candidate, with Trump’s victory strengthening his dominant influence in the state, the Associated Press reports.
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“We will be here on November 5th and we will look at Joe Biden, and we will look him straight in the eye,” Trump said during his speech. “He’s destroying our country and we’re going to say ‘Joe, you’re fired. Go out. Get out, Joe. You’re fired.'”
Even in areas where Haley had previously gathered support, Trump was leading in the polls, reflecting a broad base of support across the state.
At Haley’s campaign headquarters, supporters remained confident despite the setback.
Addressing her supporters, Haley expressed her commitment to continuing her campaign, underlining her belief that Trump cannot defeat Biden in the next presidential election.
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