She will say whatever to bring Trump down.
During an event in Bamberg, South Carolina, on Tuesday, Republican presidential contender Nikki Haley raised concerns about former President Donald Trump’s recent maneuvers, suggesting that his actions indicate a bid to influence the outcome of the 2024 election.
Haley pointed to Trump’s endorsement of key figures for top positions within the GOP, including a potential successor to Ronna McDaniel as chair of the Republican National Committee (RNC). She noted that Trump’s daughter-in-law is slated to become co-chair, while his campaign manager is set to assume a pivotal role within the party.
Expressing skepticism, Haley questioned whether these moves align with fair electoral practices. She further remarked on Trump’s apparent efforts to exert control over the Republican Party’s direction, implying a potential manipulation of its agenda to suit his own interests.
Later in the day, during another event, Haley reiterated her concerns, asserting that Trump’s actions aim to shape the party according to his preferences. Responding to inquiries, a spokesperson for the Trump campaign dismissed Haley’s remarks as desperate and suggested her motivations were tied to personal ambition rather than genuine concern for the party’s welfare.
Trump’s endorsement of Michael Whatley for the RNC leadership role and his backing of Lara Trump as co-chair were made public in a statement on Monday. Whatley, a long-time supporter of Trump, currently holds prominent positions within the North Carolina Republican Party and the RNC. Lara Trump, although less experienced in politics compared to Whatley, has been involved in her father-in-law’s previous presidential campaigns and has a background in media.
During an interview with Newsmax, Lara Trump emphasized the need for a highly efficient and focused RNC, dedicated primarily to the reelection of Donald J. Trump as president.
Trump’s endorsement also extended to Chris LaCivita, a senior adviser from his reelection campaign, whom he supports for the position of the RNC’s chief operating officer.
Speculation has arisen about Ronna McDaniel’s potential departure from her leadership role at the RNC, particularly following reports that she may step down after the GOP primary in South Carolina on February 24th.
Trump’s ongoing legal battles concerning the 2020 election results, coupled with his persistent claims of election fraud, add context to the political dynamics surrounding these developments.
