In a significant move that could potentially reshape the 2024 Republican presidential primary race, Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced her endorsement of former President Donald Trump. The endorsement is scheduled to take place at Trump’s rally in Hialeah, Florida, on Wednesday night, which coincides with the third GOP presidential primary debate just a few miles away in Miami.
Sanders, who served as White House press secretary during Trump’s tenure, has been a staunch ally of the former president since his departure from the White House. However, she had refrained from making any endorsements until now, which reportedly irked Trump. Sources close to Trump reveal that he was eager to secure Sanders’ support.
The timing of the endorsement is seen as a strategic move by Trump, demonstrating his dominance and overshadowing the primary debate. As the frontrunner for the Republican nomination, Trump has chosen to skip participating in the debates, further solidifying his position as the leading candidate.
Sanders’ endorsement comes as she emphasizes the need to return to the policies of the Trump era, which she believes created a safer, stronger, and more prosperous America. In a statement, Sanders stated, “It’s not a question between right versus left anymore. It’s normal versus crazy, and President Biden and the left are doubling down on crazy.”
Trump expressed his appreciation for Sanders’ support, stating, “we had great success in the White House, and it’s an honor to have Sarah’s endorsement. I look forward to having her at the big rally in Hialeah this Wednesday.”
Meanwhile, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, another potential contender for the 2024 Republican nomination, received the endorsement of Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds during a rally in Des Moines. DeSantis and former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley are currently vying for second place in the polls in Iowa and other crucial early voting states.
The endorsements of both Sanders and DeSantis highlight the growing competition within the Republican Party as potential candidates position themselves for the 2024 election. With Trump’s dominance in the party, other contenders are seeking to secure influential endorsements to bolster their campaigns.
As the 2024 campaign trail heats up, these endorsements and strategic moves by key players in the Republican Party will undoubtedly shape the future of the party and the upcoming presidential race. Stay tuned for the latest updates, exclusive interviews, and more in our digital election hub.
