Trump Wins New Hampshire Primary by Double-Digit Margin as Haley Vows to Stay in Race
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In a decisive victory, former President Donald Trump emerged triumphant in the New Hampshire primary on Tuesday, securing 54.55% of the vote compared to runner-up Nikki Haley's 43.2%. The commanding margin of victory has raised concerns among analysts about Trump's potential rematch with President Joe Biden.
Trump, who gave Fox News an exclusive behind-the-scenes look inside his campaign plane in New Hampshire, expressed confidence on Tuesday night, stating, "I think we're going to be in very good shape." However, his prediction is being met with caution in light of the notable percentage of Republicans in the state who have indicated that they will not vote for him.
During the campaign, Trump suggested that Haley would drop out after the New Hampshire primary, saying at a rally on Monday, "I think one person will be gone probably tomorrow." However, Haley's campaign has since clarified that she will continue to compete in the upcoming South Carolina primary.
Amidst the intense competition, Haley's campaign revealed that they have raised $1.5 million in fundraising since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis exited the race on Sunday. This surge in financial support demonstrates the growing support for Haley's candidacy.
Fox News contributor Marc Thiessen spoke about the significance of Trump's victory and the warning signs it presents for his potential rematch with President Biden. Thiessen highlighted how Trump's double-digit margin in the primary is reminiscent of challenges faced by Republican incumbents in the past.
Drawing parallels to the 1992 primary where Pat Buchanan challenged incumbent George H.W. Bush, Thiessen emphasized that Trump's margin of victory is "jarring." He noted that in that particular race, Buchanan secured 38% of the vote while Bush received 52%. The New York Times had described Bush's victory as "less than impressive." In contrast, Haley performed significantly better than Buchanan ever did, further highlighting the potential challenges Trump may face in securing broad support.
Thiessen pointed out that Trump needs to retain centrists and win over Haley's supporters, as a substantial portion of the Republican Party and independents have expressed their reservations about voting for him. As a result, the primary results serve as a warning sign for Trump's presidential ambitions and indicate the need for strategic recalibration moving forward.
As New Hampshire's polls closed, Trump's victory marked a significant milestone in the race for the Republican nomination. However, the growing dissent within the party raises questions about Trump's standing among conservative voters and the challenges he may face in securing the nomination for a potential rematch against President Biden.