Staff Reports
Republican presidential hopeful Nikki Haley slammed her primary opponent, Donald Trump, during a fiery town hall event on Sunday, accusing him of being too cozy with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Taking the stage at a Fox News town hall, Haley didn’t hold back when it came to criticizing Trump’s foreign policy approach, especially his attitude towards Putin.
Haley slams Trump for being ‘weak in the knees’ around Putin https://t.co/1DEUjbAdss
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Addressing the crowd, Haley expressed her concern about Trump’s relationship with Putin, stating that he “got weak in the knees” every time he was in the same room with the Russian leader. She emphasized the importance of having a strong and resolute president when dealing with Putin and foreign adversaries, making it clear that she believed Trump failed in this regard.
This isn’t the first time Haley has called out Trump over his stance on Putin. Just days prior to the town hall, she openly criticized Trump for staying silent on the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, pointing fingers at Putin and slamming Trump for his defense and praise of the Russian president.
Despite their glaring differences, Haley shocked the audience by pledging to pardon Trump should he face federal charges in the future. In response to concerns about her trailing behind Trump in the race, Haley reassured the audience that she had no intention of dropping out, emphasizing that she believes in the power of the people’s vote and rejecting the notion of anointing a king in America.
It’s worth noting that Haley and Trump are locked in a heated battle for the Republican nomination in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Despite Haley’s determined stance, she has faced defeat in each race so far, casting a shadow of uncertainty over her presidential aspirations.
Additionally, Trump has garnered support from key figures within the Republican party, with endorsements pouring in from former candidates such as Gov. Ron DeSantis, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Sen. Tim Scott. As the race intensifies, it remains to be seen how the ongoing feud between Haley and Trump will impact the Republican landscape in the lead-up to the election.
In the cutthroat world of politics, Haley’s bold and unapologetic stance against Trump sets the stage for a fierce battleground within the Republican party, with both candidates vying for the coveted presidential nomination amidst mounting tension and controversy.
