Nikki Haley's surprising shift sparks debate over Trump endorsement
Nikki Haley participated in the Republican primaries, using the opportunity to criticize Donald Trump strongly. In an interview in January, she assessed the former president's chances against Kamala Harris. "Mark my words," Haley said at the time.
During the Republican Party's election convention in Milwaukee, Trump's former rival assured attendees that the former president has her "full support." She even stated that his election was a guarantee of security for America. Haley's words are surprising to many, especially compared to her previous statements.
After Joe Biden withdrew from seeking re-election and endorsing Kamala Harris, internet users recalled a January interview in which Nikki Haley assessed Trump's chances in a potential face-off with Vice President Harris. The post appeared on the Republican Voters Against Trump profile on the X platform.
If Donald Trump becomes the Republican nominee, we will get a President Kamala Harris. You mark my words. He cannot win a general election...He can’t get independents. He can’t get suburban women — said Haley in the mentioned interview.
Many comments appeared under the post. Some internet users share Nikki Haley's predictions. "I agree with her. I just don't understand why she encourages her supporters to vote for him [Trump – editor's note]," - reads one of the comments. Some considered Haley's quoted statement part of the fight to win the primaries. "You know that people are willing to say a lot during the primaries. Right?" - wrote one of the commenters.
Kamala Harris closer to nomination
Many indications suggest that Kamala Harris has the Democratic nomination in the bag. According to PAP, at least 2,579 delegates support Vice President Harris. She needs 1,976 votes to secure the nomination. The official Democratic candidate will be announced by August 7.
Harris can count on the support of many top Democrats. "I am fully convinced that (Kamala Harris) will lead us to victory in November," wrote Nancy Pelosi, former Speaker of the House of Representatives.
