Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) launched the “Never Nikki” website Friday in a fierce challenge to Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley.
In a statement posted on his website, Paul singled out Republican candidates former President Trump, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, saying, “I have been following the Republican primary closely for some time. “I like different aspects of several of the candidates.” , as well as independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
“Looking around the field, I don't think we have a first choice yet. But there's one thing I do know: Count me in as Never Nikki,” Paul said. Ta.
The announcement comes a day after Paul teased “very important” remarks about 2024, sparking speculation that he might endorse one of the Republican candidates.
The move also comes ahead of Monday's Iowa caucuses, a key test that kicks off the party's presidential nominating cycle.
Trump has a double-digit lead over the Republican candidate in national and battleground state polls, and Haley is seen competing for second place with DeSantis. She has shown remarkable momentum with her performance in the party's presidential debates, and is rallying support for Mr. Trump in New Hampshire, which will host the nation's first primary later this month.
But while the former president boasts support from 20 U.S. senators, Haley and DeSantis have no support from the Senate, according to The Hill's latest tally.
“Given her track record and campaign, I don't see how any sensible, well-informed libertarian or conservative should vote for @NikkiHaley,” said libertarian Paul, formerly known as Twitter He said this on a well-known platform. next to the thread Complaints against former UN ambassador.
The Hill has reached out to Haley's camp for comment.
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