Donald Trump declared himself the winner of the state-run Republican presidential primary in Nevada, even though he was not listed on the official ballot.
The former president’s name will be the sole major candidate listed in the upcoming Nevada GOP caucus, where he is expected to secure an outright victory, reinforcing his dominance as the front-runner for the 2024 GOP nomination.
While Trump’s absence from the primary ballot didn’t open a pathway to victory for his last major rival, Nikki Haley, the former president’s supporters strategically voted for “none of these candidates” in the primary.
Trump’s commanding position in the 2024 GOP nomination race, marked by his third consecutive White House run, solidifies his influence even when not officially listed on the ballot.
The confusion surrounding two competing contests traces back to 2021 when Nevada Democrats, then in control of the state government, transitioned from caucuses to a state-run primary. Despite objections from the Nevada GOP, the primary proceeded, leading to a split with the party holding its own caucuses.
Haley’s Focus Amid Trump’s Mobilization
Haley, deeming the Nevada GOP too aligned with Trump, decided to bypass the caucus along with other now-departed Republican candidates. Accusations of rigging were exchanged between Haley and Nevada GOP chair Michael McDonald, with Haley branding the process a scam.
As Trump mobilizes his supporters for the upcoming caucus, Haley continues to focus on her campaign, dismissing Nevada as insignificant.
The former South Carolina governor’s strategy involves redirecting attention to pivotal states like South Carolina, Michigan, and Super Tuesday contests, emphasizing her commitment to an uphill climb for the nomination.
Haley’s recent campaign stops in California, a crucial Super Tuesday state, underscore her determination to push back against calls to drop out of the race. Despite the challenges, the former ambassador to the United Nations remains resilient, conducting fundraisers and raising $1.7 million during her two-day visit to California.
As Trump plans to celebrate in Las Vegas, the dynamics of the GOP nomination race continue to unfold, with each candidate strategically positioning themselves for the upcoming primaries and caucuses.
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