Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley‘s son, Nalin Haley, has stepped in to defend his mother’s recent primary win in Washington, D.C., following disparaging remarks from former 2024 rival Vivek Ramaswamy.
Despite securing all 19 of Washington, D.C.’s Republican delegates and becoming the first woman to win a Republican primary, Haley’s victory is met with skepticism, particularly from critics echoing former President Donald Trump‘s dismissive comments.
In response to the backlash, Nalin Haley took to social media, thanking D.C. Republican voters and asserting that it’s time to move the nation forward. He emphasized the need to shift away from the chaos and division brought by the previous administration.
However, Trump distanced himself from Haley’s victory, labeling Washington, D.C., as the “Swamp” and downplaying its significance. He highlighted his own successes in other primary contests, positioning himself as the frontrunner.
Critics, including Vivek Ramaswamy, voiced skepticism over Haley’s win, suggesting it was due to support from the political establishment rather than genuine voter backing. Ramaswamy’s comments prompted a sharp response from Nalin Haley, who pointed out Ramaswamy’s own lackluster performance in the primaries.
Amid the exchange, Nalin Haley also raised questions about Ramaswamy’s financial obligations, though details regarding the alleged debts remain unclear. Despite the back-and-forth, Haley’s victory stands as a significant milestone in her political career, signaling her viability as a contender in the Republican Party.
