Nalin Haley defends mother's decision to skip 2028 presidential race
The son of former US ambassador Nikki Haley criticised the Republican Party's midterm performance and dismissed critics of his mother.
Nalin Haley has defended the decision of his mother, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, not to run in the 2028 presidential election. According to the Times of India, Nalin Haley also criticised the Republican Party for its performance in the midterm elections.
Writing on the social media platform X, Nalin Haley suggested the party failed to utilise its control over the presidency, the Senate, and the House of Representatives. He stated that the losses were due to inaction rather than the actions taken by the party.
Nalin Haley also responded to social media user Justin Evans, who had mocked the decision. Nalin Haley accused Evans of holding a personal grudge because Nikki Haley had fired him 17 years ago, and suggested Evans was responsible for a poorly run gubernatorial campaign.
Nikki Haley confirmed she will not seek the Republican presidential nomination in 2028. Speaking to Bloomberg Television's Balance of Power, she said she intends to remain active in politics by supporting candidates and advocating for specific policies.
The former US ambassador to the United Nations noted that the Republican Party should focus on economic issues like inflation, interest rates, and the cost of living. She stated she would continue to push for good policy and a strong America.
With Haley out of the race, potential Republican contenders being discussed include Vice-President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Senator Ted Cruz. A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed Rubio with 45 per cent support among Republican voters, followed by Vance at 43 per cent.