Nikki Haley
Republican Former Cabinet
Summary
Former UN Ambassador and South Carolina Governor who ran against Trump in the 2024 GOP primary, then said he needed to earn her voters and later said she would vote for him.
In Their Own Words
Key Statements
“
It's now up to Donald Trump to earn the votes of those in our party who did not support him.
Suspending her campaign
“
I will be voting for Trump.
Remarks after dropping out of the GOP primary
Timeline
January 2179
Governor of South Carolina
First female and minority governor of SC
January 25, 2017
Confirmed as UN Ambassador
Joined Trump cabinet
December 31, 2018
Left UN Ambassador role
Resigned on good terms
February 15, 2023
Announced 2024 presidential campaign
Challenged Trump for GOP nomination
January 23, 2024
Called Trump 'unhinged'
Escalated criticism during primary
March 6, 2024
Suspended presidential campaign
Ended race after Super Tuesday
May 22, 2024
Said she would vote for Trump
Backed him after dropping out
Why This Matters
Credibility & Background
Positions Held
- U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (2017-2018)
- Governor of South Carolina (2011-2017)
- Member, South Carolina House of Representatives (2005-2011)
Analysis
Reasons for Opposition
- 01 Said Trump needed to earn the votes of Republicans who did not support him
- 02 Withheld endorsement when suspending her campaign
Documentation
Sources
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