Trump Threatens to Ban Donors from MAGA Camp as Haley Stays in Republican Race
ICARO Media Group
In a heated escalation of attacks on his sole Republican rival, former President Donald Trump has warned Nikki Haley that donors to her campaign will face permanent banishment from the MAGA camp. Trump's latest salvo was delivered via his Truth Social platform on Wednesday evening, where he emphasized that anyone who contributes to Haley's campaign will no longer be welcome among his ardent supporters.
Responding to Trump's threat, Haley displayed defiant resolve. Taking to the social media platform X, she urged supporters to donate to her campaign, posting a link to her donation page. In a rallying call, she announced that her campaign had already raised an impressive $1 million within 24 hours of the New Hampshire primary on Tuesday.
While Trump emerged victorious in the New Hampshire primary, defeating Haley with 54.4 percent of the votes compared to her 43.3 percent, the former UN ambassador has adamantly declared that the race is far from over. Undeterred by her loss, Haley vowed to remain in the Republican race for the presidential nomination during her address to supporters on Tuesday.
Trump's attack on Haley could pose challenges for her billionaire backers. Ken Langone, co-founder of Home Depot, had expressed interest in making a "major gift" to her campaign but was waiting to assess her performance in New Hampshire before committing. However, Trump's threat might impact his decision. Additionally, reports suggest that Reid Hoffman, the billionaire co-founder of LinkedIn and a previous donor to Haley's campaign, may have withdrawn his support.
Interestingly, some donors view Trump's attacks on Haley as a reason to further support her. Philanthropist Simone Levinson stated that Trump's victory speech served as a reminder of why he has struggled to win races or unite the country since his election in 2016. Levinson affirmed her continued support for Haley, indicating that Trump's actions reinforced her belief in the former UN ambassador's candidacy.
In recent weeks, Trump has managed to secure endorsements from influential figures who had previously campaigned against him. Notable endorsements include Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who dropped out of the presidential race following a loss in the Iowa primary, and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, who also withdrew from the GOP nomination race.
As the battle for the Republican presidential nomination intensifies, Trump's threat to ban donors from the MAGA camp adds another layer of complexity to Nikki Haley's campaign. With a significant fundraising effort already underway and a fierce determination to press forward, Haley remains undeterred in her pursuit of the nomination, confident that the race is far from over.