Former New Hampshire Sen. Judd Gregg (R) has declared his support for Indian American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley in the 2024 party primary. He emphasized the need for a Republican candidate who can deliver a positive and effective conservative message, highlighting Haley’s leadership qualities. Gregg pointed out that the Republican Party has faced significant losses in recent elections and believes Haley can help secure a victory. He praised Haley’s fiscal conservatism and her ability to address global crises effectively, positioning her as a leader in the tradition of Ronald Reagan.
This endorsement from New Hampshire is significant for Nikki Haley, especially as she competes with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to become the primary alternative to former President Donald Trump. Recent polling averages show DeSantis as the second choice after Trump in Iowa, while Haley holds the second position in polling averages for New Hampshire and South Carolina. Gregg’s endorsement follows calls from South Carolina’s leading newspaper and other prominent figures in the Republican Party to clear the field for Haley, in the hope of improving the chances of defeating Trump in a potential crowded field. They emphasize the impact of vote splitting that led to Trump’s nomination in 2016.
