Nikki Haley and Sean Spicer discuss Trump's lead in the New Hampshire primary and Haley's determination to fight on. They analyze the confusion between Biden and Haley, spread of misinformation on social media, and challenges for third-party candidates. The podcast explores the state of the nomination process and potential scenarios for replacing Biden.
Donald Trump's win in New Hampshire solidifies his position as the clear front runner for the Republican nomination, giving him a significant advantage going forward in the race.
Nikki Haley's performance in New Hampshire, while outperforming expectations, falls short of a victory.
Deep dives
Donald Trump's victory in New Hampshire makes him the unquestionable front runner for the Republican nomination
Donald Trump's win in New Hampshire solidifies his position as the clear front runner for the Republican nomination, giving him a significant advantage going forward in the race. While his victory in New Hampshire was not as massive as he might have hoped, it still moves him closer to securing the nomination. His rival Nikki Haley is trailing behind in double digits, making it challenging for her to catch up and win in future primary states. Trump's win in New Hampshire strengthens his campaign and puts him in a prime position for the nomination.
Nikki Haley faces challenges in securing victory after not winning in New Hampshire
Nikki Haley's performance in New Hampshire, while outperforming expectations, falls short of a victory. With Donald Trump's lead and the importance of securing votes from Republican primary voters, she faces significant hurdles. As the primary race moves forward, her campaign's ability to find a pathway to victory raises questions among donors and voters. Losing in her home state, South Carolina, would have significant repercussions for her political future. Haley's decision to continue her campaign will be closely watched as she navigates the challenges of winning support and donations.
Donald Trump's victory speech displays a bitter and mean-spirited tone towards Nikki Haley
Donald Trump's victory speech in New Hampshire was marked by a bitter and mean-spirited tone directed at his rival, Nikki Haley. Despite his win, Trump lashed out at Haley for not conceding and delivering a victory speech despite her defeat. His reaction seemed disproportionate and negative, with many observing the contrast between his earlier focused and magnanimous speech in Iowa. Trump's sharp remarks raise questions about his temperament and ability to celebrate victories gracefully.
Ron DeSantis drops out of the race and endorses Donald Trump
Ron DeSantis's decision to suspend his campaign and endorse Donald Trump marks another shift in the Republican race. DeSantis, who initially vowed to continue, recognized the clear path and support for Trump. His endorsement solidifies Trump's position as the front runner and highlights the influence and power that Trump holds within the party. DeSantis's withdrawal raises questions about his political future and whether he can reinvent himself to make a stronger bid in future elections.
The Americast team pore over the New Hampshire results after an evening in which Donald Trump looks to have the Republican nomination all but sewn up. Nikki Haley says she's a fighter and that the race "is far from over" but is there really a route back from here?
Earlier in the evening, Sarah caught up with former White House press secretary Sean Spicer, who told us why he thought Trump’s various indictments have helped him in the polls so far.
And, Ron DeSantis officially suspended his campaign before the New Hampshire primary. What next for him? We answer your questions about the Florida governor.
HOSTS:
• Sarah Smith, North America editor
• Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter
• Marianna Spring, disinformation and social media correspondent
• Anthony Zurcher, North America correspondent
GUEST:
• Sean Spicer, Former White House Press Secretary under Donald Trump
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This episode was made by George Dabby with Catherine Fusillo, Madeleine Drury and Claire Betzer. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The series producer is George Dabby. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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