Haley to Continue GOP Bid Despite Lagging Far Behind Trump in SC, Plans Feb 29 Fundraiser

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is determined to continue her campaign despite facing significant challenges in the upcoming South Carolina primary, where she is polling far behind former President Donald Trump. Haley has made a firm commitment to stay in the race, emphasizing that in the United States, 'we don't anoint kings.' Despite speculation about her potential withdrawal before the South Carolina primary, she has vowed to press on, aiming to offer voters 'a real choice and not a Soviet-style election.' Her campaign's resilience is underscored by plans for a fundraiser in McLean, Virginia, on Feb 29, signaling her intention to persist beyond the immediate contest. This determination is seen as an attempt to position herself as a viable alternative to Trump, with supporters and some commentators suggesting she could be a strong contender against President Joe Biden in a general election.