She’s currently surpassing Biden.
A fresh Wall Street Journal survey illustrates Nikki Haley leading President Biden by a substantial 17-point margin in a hypothetical face-off. According to the poll, 51% of registered voters express support for Haley compared to Biden’s 34%.
Haley’s lead surpasses Trump’s margin against Biden by 13 points (47% to 43%). Meanwhile, Governor Ron DeSantis stands neck and neck with the incumbent president, each gathering 45% of the prospective votes.
This surge in support for Haley coincides with her close competition with Ron DeSantis in various primary polls. As the former South Carolina governor vies for prominence in Iowa and New Hampshire, gaining momentum through endorsements like Governor Chris Sununu’s, the race tightens between Haley, DeSantis, and Trump. Haley’s appeal seemingly extends to moderate voters, distinguishing her from Trump, yet the question remains about her ability to rally robust GOP support akin to Trump’s 2016 victory.
The pivotal issue of whether Haley emerges as the strongest Republican contender rests on three vital considerations:
- Haley’s ability to garner support from moderates, independents, and crossover voters.
- The potential turnout of Trump voters in favor of Haley.
- The impact of Haley’s candidacy on Democratic voter turnout for Biden.
Several recent polls, including CNN/SSRS and Marquette surveys, depict Haley leading Biden by varying margins, underscoring her appeal across different voter segments. The Fox News Poll, specifically, indicates both her overall support and performance among moderates, independents, and crossover voters.
Notably, a significant proportion of Trump voters in 2020 express support for Haley against Biden, signaling a potential shift in allegiance. However, substantive policy differences between Haley and Trump, coupled with primary election complexities, could impede her path to a general election victory.
Furthermore, Haley’s strength among moderate and independent voters presents an encouraging prospect for her supporters, yet the potential impact on Democratic enthusiasm for Biden remains uncertain. Ultimately, Haley’s ability to bridge gaps across political lines will significantly shape her prospects in the impending elections.
