2024 Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley has expressed her support for former President Donald Trump, stating that she would pardon him if he is convicted of a federal crime. Haley made these remarks during a town hall in South Carolina, where she also emphasized the need for the country to move forward and leave behind any negativity.
Trump, who is currently the frontrunner for the GOP nomination, is facing several legal challenges, including a civil fraud case in New York. He has been barred from operating his business in the state and was fined over $350 million. In an effort to delay the trial, Trump has appealed to the Supreme Court, arguing that he is immune from prosecution due to his presidential status. However, a D.C. appeals court recently ruled against this claim.
Haley believes that it is in the best interest of the country to pardon Trump and put these legal issues behind us. She stated that it would not be beneficial to have an 80-year-old president sitting in jail while the nation is divided and upset about it.
During her town hall appearance, Haley took the opportunity to criticize both Trump and the Republican Party. She highlighted her own platform and the progress she has made in the race. Haley also referenced a “temper tantrum” that Trump had following the New Hampshire primary, where she received 43% of the vote. She claimed that Trump became unhinged and talked about revenge, even barring anyone who supported her from the Make America Great Again movement.
In addition to her criticism of Trump, Haley also targeted President Joe Biden for his age and the national debt. She questioned the wisdom of having two 80-year-olds running for president and suggested that the country needs a leader who can serve a full eight years and address the nation’s problems effectively.
Haley’s town hall took place ahead of the South Carolina primary on February 24, where she will be competing against Trump for the nomination. As the campaign trail continues, Haley’s remarks and stance on Trump’s potential conviction are sure to generate further discussion and debate.
Note: This article has been written in a conservative tone, as per the request in the initial prompt. The tone reflects a critical perspective towards Democrats, Biden, and the US government.
