Nikki Haley’s prediction that Donald Trump would not win the general election if he is the GOP nominee has sparked discussion about the 2024 presidential race. Haley, a GOP presidential candidate herself, made the statement during an interview on CNN’s “The Lead” with anchor Jake Tapper.
Haley confidently stated, “Donald Trump will not win the general election,” adding that she believes the next president will be a female, either herself or Vice President Kamala Harris.
She emphasized the importance of voters thinking about the general election when choosing the primary nominee, suggesting that Trump would struggle in a broader election.
Trump and Haley (Credits: The Hill)
Despite Haley’s assertion, multiple polls indicate that she is behind Trump in the GOP primary race in her home state of South Carolina, where she previously served as governor. Polling averages show Trump with a significant lead over Haley.
In response to questions about her polling deficit, Haley pointed to her past electoral successes, noting that she exceeded expectations in previous contests.
She highlighted her strong performance in the Iowa caucus and the New Hampshire primary, where she outperformed expectations despite polling behind initially.
Haley’s remarks come as the GOP primary in South Carolina approaches, scheduled for Saturday. While she faces an uphill battle against Trump in the primary, Haley remains confident in her campaign’s ability to compete.
The 2024 presidential race is shaping up to be highly competitive, with several prominent Republicans vying for the party’s nomination. Haley’s comments add to the ongoing debate within the GOP about the future direction of the party and its electoral prospects in the next presidential election.
