Staff Reports
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley criticized fellow GOP candidate Chris Christie for his constant attacks on former President Donald Trump. Haley expressed her frustration with Christie’s focus on Trump rather than discussing important policies. “I talk about policies,” Haley asserted. She also highlighted her disagreements with Trump on issues such as the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, the war in Ukraine, and reckless spending.
Nikki Haley slams Chris Christie for being 'obsessively anti-Trump' https://t.co/dEBBYHZPOv
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) July 28, 2023
Haley condemned Trump’s reaction to the Capitol riot, emphasizing that she considered it a terrible day while Trump saw it as beautiful. She criticized Trump’s spending binge during his presidency and stressed the importance of addressing the national debt for the sake of future generations. Additionally, Haley emphasized the significance of supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression and highlighted the need to work with allies to achieve this goal.
In contrast, Christie has positioned himself as a Trump antagonist within the Republican primary, engaging in social media spats with the former president. However, both Haley and Christie trail Trump significantly in the polls, with Trump holding a commanding lead. Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida is second in the polls, followed by Haley, and then Christie. Despite her lower national poll numbers, Haley has gained momentum in South Carolina, where a recent poll placed her in second place, ahead of DeSantis but behind Trump.
Nikki Haley makes a valid point in calling out Chris Christie’s unhealthy obsession with attacking Donald Trump. While it’s fine to have disagreements within the party, focusing solely on Trump instead of discussing policies is unproductive and does a disservice to voters. Haley’s willingness to highlight her differences with Trump on important issues shows her commitment to independent thought and putting the needs of the country first. Her rising momentum in South Carolina is proof that voters are recognizing her strong leadership. It’s time for Christie to shift his focus from Trump and start discussing the policies that matter to the American people
