Republican Governor Chris Sununu of New Hampshire has expressed his support for candidate Nikki Haley ahead of the Iowa caucuses. Governor Sununu believes that Haley is already experiencing success in Iowa due to her surging poll numbers and growing momentum. While acknowledging that Donald Trump is the front-runner, Sununu emphasizes that Haley's performance in Iowa will provide her with additional momentum as she moves forward in the race. He describes the Republican primary as a one-on-one race between Trump and Haley, highlighting Haley's ability to galvanize support and narrow the field of candidates. Sununu dismisses concerns about Haley's level of enthusiasm, stating that exceeding expectations and potentially securing second place would be outstanding achievements for her campaign. He even suggests that Haley has a chance to defeat Trump in New Hampshire, something that was deemed impossible a few months ago.
Responding to a social media post by Trump, in which he criticized Governor Sununu and referred to him as 'politically dead,' the governor maintains that the country cannot endure another four years of President Biden. Although he has criticized Trump's rhetoric for inciting the Capitol insurrection, Sununu believes that Biden's performance as president makes him a greater threat to the country. He plans to vote for Trump if he becomes the Republican nominee, emphasizing the negative impact of Biden's policies on middle-class families, such as rising inflation and border insecurity. Sununu argues that the country needs a change in leadership and believes that Haley is the candidate who can defeat Biden in the general election.
Sununu's endorsement of Haley underscores the growing support she has gained in the Republican primary race. Despite her initial lower expectations, Haley's strong showing in the polls has positioned her as a serious contender. As the Iowa caucuses unfold, her performance will set the stage for her campaign's future success. With Governor Sununu's backing and her ability to connect with voters, Haley's campaign appears to be gaining momentum. The race has become a showdown between Trump and Haley, with both candidates vying for the Republican nomination and the opportunity to unseat President Biden in the upcoming election.
