Nikki Haley to drop out of GOP presidential race, reports say

Indian-American Republican presidential aspirant Nikki Haley is expected to withdraw from the race for the White House, clearing the way for Donald Trump. Haley, who scored a surprising victory over Trump in Vermont, is set to make the announcement in her home state of South Carolina.

Haley, a former two-time South Carolina Governor, is making the decision after facing a series of losses in GOP nominating contests on Super Tuesday. Despite her recent victories, Trump has maintained a significant lead in the race for the Republican nomination.

Following her defeat in South Carolina, questions arose about Haley’s ability to attract donors to fund her campaign. However, Haley remains determined to continue her fight for the presidency, emphasizing her commitment to the race despite facing challenges.

In a statement, Haley declared, “I’m not giving up this fight when a majority of Americans disapprove of both Donald Trump and Joe Biden,” highlighting her criticism of both presidential candidates as “grumpy old men.” Her decision to exit the race comes as Trump and US President Joe Biden lead in Super Tuesday wins for their respective parties’ primaries for the 2024 presidential election.