The final minutes of voting in the Republican presidential primary in South Carolina saw a critical test for former governor Nikki Haley as she aimed to challenge frontrunner Donald Trump. The senior senator from South Carolina, Lindsey Graham, who has endorsed Trump, predicted a significant victory margin for the frontrunner, estimating it to be north of 20 points. With a majority of voters identifying as evangelical Christians, Graham believed this demographic favored Trump.
Graham expressed his support for Haley, emphasizing her talent and potential contribution to the Republican Party. However, he hinted at the need for unity within the party post the primary results, suggesting that a prolonged campaign for Haley might not be beneficial for her future political endeavors.
