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Nikki Haley Stands By Trump Endorsement Despite Past Criticisms

Nikki Haley registers for South Carolina's presidential primary

Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley recently spoke out in her first interview since endorsing former President Donald Trump and speaking at the Republican National Convention. Despite their contentious Republican primary battle, Haley expressed no regrets for the critical remarks she made about Trump, emphasizing that she stands by her decision to support him over presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris in the upcoming election.

Regarding President Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the race, Haley stated that she was not surprised by the announcement and did not take pleasure in it. She highlighted her concerns about mental competency in political leadership, advocating for tests to ensure fitness for office. Haley expressed a broader issue in Washington, where individuals may hold onto power without regard for their capabilities, with their staff and family members propping them up.

She supports Trump over Kamala Harris.
Haley endorses Trump despite past criticisms.
Haley advocates for tests to ensure fitness for office.

Expressing skepticism about Biden's candidacy, Haley remarked that she had always believed a vote for Biden was essentially a vote for Harris. She suggested that this scenario was unfolding as expected.

Haley's recent endorsement of Trump and her participation in the GOP convention followed a tumultuous primary period marked by intense criticism from both sides. Despite previously labeling Trump as 'toxic' and 'unhinged,' Haley dismissed this rhetoric as part of the campaign dynamics, which also included personal attacks on her and her husband by Trump while he was serving overseas.

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