In a recent turn of events, former U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley has made a significant announcement regarding her voting choice for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Haley, who halted her campaign for the Republican nomination in early March, revealed that she plans to vote for Donald Trump. However, she made it clear that Trump shouldn’t assume automatic support from her followers.
During her appearance at the Hudson Institute, where she now holds the position of the organization’s Walter P. Stern chair, Haley didn’t hold back in criticizing President Biden’s foreign policy strategies, especially his management of conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. While acknowledging Trump’s imperfections, Haley firmly denounced Biden’s performance as nothing short of a “catastrophe.”
Despite her prior disagreements with Trump during the GOP primary, Haley’s decision to back him underscores her commitment to crucial policy matters such as national security, border control, and economic principles favoring capitalism and freedom. She voiced disappointment in Biden’s hesitation to supply weapons to Israel, arguing that it perpetuates a false narrative about Israel’s defensive actions.
Responding to Haley’s announcement, the Biden campaign promptly reminded the public of Trump’s past derogatory remarks towards Haley and her supporters. They reiterated their dedication to providing an alternative for voters who oppose Trump’s leadership style and policies.
Since suspending her campaign, Haley has taken time for personal introspection and bonding with family, including her husband, who recently returned from overseas deployment. Despite not engaging with either Trump or Biden since the campaign suspension, Haley remains steadfast in her political convictions, advocating for policies she believes will advance the nation.