Iowa caucus 2024: Donald Trump projected to win Iowa caucuses - BBC News
Trump Poised To Win Iowa; Haley & DeSantis Vie For 2nd
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Donald Trump Runs The Party
The reporter from BBC who works in North America is currently in Des Moines, Iowa.
A recent study conducted by CBS on the people who attended the caucus in Iowa on Monday night has shed light on the reason behind the success of Trump's attempt at re-election until now.
Roughly 50% of individuals who participate in Republican caucuses identify themselves as followers of Trump's initiative to "Make America Great Again".
Most of the individuals who took part in the election believe that Trump was the genuine victor of the 2020 presidential race - a percentage that rises to 90% when focusing on Trump followers.
This is in line with the results of the recent survey conducted by CBS News over the weekend. The poll revealed that over 70% of Republicans are of the opinion that the previous president would certainly beat Joe Biden in the upcoming 2024 elections. This is significantly higher than the number of respondents who believed the same about Haley or DeSantis.
Usually, unsuccessful contenders for the presidency become forgotten and unable to escape the stigma of their defeat.
Despite his loss in the 2020 presidential election, Trump has successfully persuaded Republicans in Iowa and across the country that he is still the rightful winner.
This is one of the factors that leads experts to believe he will be the victor on Monday evening.
Trump Dominates Early Projections
This projection is speedy, but it shows that Donald Trump is strongly in control.
The votes are yet to be tallied, as merely 11 of Iowa's 99 counties have disclosed their findings so far.
According to the entrance polls conducted by CBS News, white evangelicals and extremely conservative voters gave robust support to Trump. These significant voting groups were uncertain of his qualifications during the previous election in 2016.
It appears that the ex-leader gained significant backing tonight from both genders and across different age ranges, surpassing his achievements from the previous election cycle.
Like we stated before, the majority of those who attended the caucus didn't pay attention to his legal problems. A few of them stated that their vote was heavily influenced by the topic of immigration.
At this moment, it seems that Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis are still competing to secure the runner-up position.
Trump Expected To Gain 16 Delegates From Iowa
According to CBS News, the BBC's partner in the United States, it is predicted that Donald Trump will gain a minimum of 16 delegates in Iowa.
There are forty Republican delegates at stake in Iowa and they will be given out proportionally.
Trump Wins The Election
Based on the report from CBS News, it has been predicted that Donald Trump will emerge victorious in the Iowa Republican caucuses.
Most Iowa Caucusgoers Doubt Biden's Legitimate Win
Around 66% of people who attended the Iowa Caucus think that Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 election was not legitimate. This percentage increases to 90% for those who voted for Trump on the night.
Initial discussions with voters at the Iowa Republican caucus venues indicate that there is significant support for Donald Trump's campaign slogan "Make America Great Again."
The results of polling support this statement. Around 50% of those who participated in the CBS entrance polls during the caucus identify themselves as being part of the "Maga movement".
Trump Attends Caucus Meeting
The ex-leader has recently made an appearance in Clive - a small town located to the western side of Des Moines.
He is communicating with the residents prior to their voting commencement.
Later tonight, Trump is scheduled to return to Des Moines to host his watch party.
Iowa Voters Prioritize Immigration As A Major Issue
According to the entrance polling conducted by CBS News, immigration emerged as the major concern of Iowa Republicans as they gathered at caucus venues throughout the state.
Worries about the economy are not far behind.
The voters prioritize a candidate who holds the same values they do as the most significant quality. The second most important quality to them is a candidate who advocates for people who are like themselves.
The majority of Iowa's voters are disregarding the legal problems of the leading candidate, Donald Trump. Around 60% of the electorate is of the opinion that even if Trump is found guilty of an offence, he will remain qualified to hold the position of President.
Des Moines Suburbs Show Strong Support For Haley
I'm writing this blog post from Des Moines
A few moments before the caucus kicked off at Grant Ragan Elementary school located in Waukee, Iowa, a suburban neighborhood on the fringes of Des Moines, some citizens shared with me their support for Nikki Haley.
It is logical - she has higher popularity among the Republican voters who hold moderate views and reside in localities similar to this one.
Chris Cook and his daughter Emma, who is casting her ballot for the first time, are among her advocates.
Chris expresses his admiration towards Haley's open-mindedness and cooperative approach towards working alongside Democrats, which sets her apart from the other contestants.
However, is his political group prepared to progress beyond the influence of Trump? He denies it.
Brits Visit Iowa As 'Political Tourists' For Unique Experience
Writing live from Des Moines, Iowa
To my astonishment, I came across a bunch of incredibly excited British individuals who had come here as "political tourists" to participate in the caucus.
One of the individuals is Caroline Sumnall, who is from London. She informs me that it is an astonishing location to observe.
"We've had the chance to observe Trump, Haley, and Vivek too." "It's quite intriguing and the people of Iowa are absolutely delightful," she remarked.
"They are very hospitable and not hesitant to share their viewpoints in a candid manner."
Everyone in the group agrees that Trump will definitely win by a large margin, but they have different opinions when it comes to who will come in second place.
In my opinion, it relies on the weather," she expressed. "However, we've been informed that individuals have stronger emotions towards DeSantis."
They intend to go to DeSantis' watch party where the official results will be announced.
"Iowa Caucus Favors Trump" In Initial Race Lead
It seems like Trump is currently in the lead during the initial stages of this Iowa competition.
According to CBS News, the US partner of BBC, the Iowa voters in their various caucus events have shown a tendency towards Trump, which was determined through their entrance poll.
It's still early on, meaning there will be further details to follow. Keep yourself updated.
"Voting Commencing Soon"
The Iowa caucuses are scheduled to commence in various locations, such as meeting rooms, high school gymnasiums, and other assigned caucus areas throughout the state.
Before casting their vote, those participating in a caucus will be presented with speeches from spokespersons for each candidate.
Stay tuned with us to get the most recent updates.
'We're More Than Corn Pickers'
I am writing this blog from Des Moines.
Excitement is starting to spread at Van Meter High School, which is located in Dallas County in the western part of Des Moines.
The basketball court in the school is covered with tables for counting the caucus votes, while the seating area is expected to be occupied by Republican voters.
Two districts are converging at this location - because of the significant increase in residents in this vicinity since the previous Republican primary race held in 2016.
Donald Trump barely got second place previously, however, everyone will be paying attention to how much he's ahead of the competition tonight.
David Young, a member of the Republican Party who currently holds a position in the Iowa House of Representatives, claims that Iowa has a strong commitment to being the first state in the nation to hold presidential nomination caucuses.
We don't only collect corn in this place, but we also elect leaders of the country.
Iowans Brave Bad Weather, Still Venture Out
I am writing this blog post from Des Moines, Iowa.
We are currently attending a caucus, which is being held in a traditional local high school cafeteria. To add to the ambience, there are numerous flags from countries worldwide that are hanging from the ceiling. The walls of the cafeteria are also decorated with trophy cabinets, and there is a huge wall mural dedicated to high school sports.
A group of youngsters, a few sporting Trump hats, are present inside, all set to cast their votes. The deadline for entry is 7 pm according to the local time. Nevertheless, the authorities have tacked on an additional 15 minutes because of the unfavorable climate.
As we stand here, we observe couples and families arriving, bundled up to shield themselves from the chilly weather. Among them, we notice a man sporting a Nikki Haley shirt and holding a sign. Another lady limps past us, taking slow steps with the help of a walking stick.
"They underestimated the senior citizens' participation, didn't they? Nevertheless, we showed up! It holds significance!"
This location is holding three areas for voting. The leader of the district, Neil McDonald, presented us with the essential documentation. Initially, there is the ballot - a small and plain piece of paper that lists the name of the candidate the voter chooses. Next, an orange sheet contains all of the candidates' names. McDonald will calculate the votes, add them together, and then disclose the findings for this district after a few hours.
Haley Voter Aims For Historic Impact
Writing from Des Moines Greetings from Iowa’s capital city, where the sun is shining and the corn fields are stretching out for miles around me. Hello from the biggest city in Iowa, where there is a lot of sunlight and acres upon acres of corn fields surrounding me. I’ve just arrived and I’m really looking forward to exploring everything that this great city has to offer. I have just landed and I am excited about discovering all of the amazing things that this wonderful city has in store. In the meantime, I’m going to grab a coffee and get settled into my hotel. For now, I'll grab a cup of coffee and check in to my hotel. Stay tuned for updates on my adventures in Des Moines! Keep an eye out for more news on my escapades in Des Moines!
Presently, I am situated at a caucus location located in Waukee, an urban center neighboring Des Moines.
Terry Rich, who holds the position of precinct chair, is delivering a speech to a group of approximately one hundred people who are getting ready to cast their votes.
Even though the temperature outside is extremely cold, Rich assures me that the speculation about low attendance has been exaggerated.
"In my opinion, the weather won't have an impact," he expresses. "There will be a high attendance, and it's bound to be an enjoyable time."
Rich has made a decision to support Nikki Haley with his vote. He believes that the Republican Party is in need of a new beginning, and someone who can lead as a president for all of the nation.
In addition, he is delighted by the prospect of Republicans making history by defeating the Democrats.
If you had asked me a decade ago, I would never have predicted that my ballot would be cast for a Republican, let alone a woman holding the highest office as President of the United States.
Kane Predicts Trump's Clothesline In WWE
Writing from Des Moines, Iowa Amidst the flurry of campaign activity and political rhetoric, one issue has been notably absent from the conversation: climate change. With all the hype surrounding campaigning and political speeches, there has been a conspicuous lack of discussion on one topic: global warming. Despite the recent United Nations report warning of the urgent need for action to combat rising temperatures, hardly any of the candidates have prioritized climate change in their platforms. In spite of the urgent warning given by the United Nations about the increasingly pressing need to combat increasing temperatures, not many of the candidates have put the matter of global warming at the top of their agenda. This is concerning, given Iowa’s vulnerability to extreme weather events such as floods and droughts. This is worrying, specifically taking into account that in Iowa, there is a high level of vulnerability to climatic occurrences such as floods and droughts. It’s time for our leaders to acknowledge the reality of climate change and create meaningful solutions to address it. It is now time for our leaders to accept the real issue of global warming and seek significant responses to tackle it.
Even though it's a caucus in Iowa, individuals have traveled from various distances to be a part of it.
I recently bumped into Glenn Jacobs, who previously wrestled for WWE and is now the mayor of Knox County in Tennessee. He was famous for his persona as "Kane" during his time in the wrestling industry. He looks quite intimidating with his huge body, measuring up to 7 feet tall and possessing bulging muscles.
He has arrived to represent Donald Trump and express his support for the politician after transitioning from the wrestling world to politics.
According to Jacobs, he had a strong urge to assist in getting people to support Trump due to his belief that the country is heading in the wrong direction. This belief stems from a variety of concerns such as the problems at the border, the Justice Department's use of weapons, and the country's involvement in the Middle East.
He anticipates that the former President will have a triumphant night tonight.
In my opinion, he is likely to achieve a resounding triumph, expressed the speaker. He stated that loyal and enthusiastic followers of Trump will play a significant role in this success.
Haley Backer Seeks 'calm, Orderly' Race
Writing live from Des Moines, Iowa
I have recently reached Roosevelt High School located in Des Moines. Many precincts will be holding caucuses here tonight.
Few individuals have started to come in gradually.
One of the people who will be speaking soon is Hallie Still-Caris. She strongly supports Nikki Haley.
She explained that a lot of people see Haley as a viable candidate who can win in a presidential race against Joe Biden. This is a characteristic that, according to her, is not present in Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump.
"She stated that is the main motive behind my eagerness to participate."
When I observe the remaining Republican hopefuls and the current president, Biden, I believe that she has the potential for election. It is imperative that we have a candidate who brings about less commotion and disorder.
"I am highly optimistic that Nikki will secure a prominent position in second place," she further stated.
The area can effortlessly hold many attendees, numbering in the hundreds, in its vast auditorium and eating area. However, as of now, there are only a few individuals present.
"I really wish many individuals show up," a volunteer said to me.
Trump's 'Watch Party' Explored
I am the North America editor, writing from Des Moines, Iowa.
The area where Donald Trump will give a speech later is currently unoccupied. Recently made popcorn has been placed on display, however, not a single person has made an appearance yet.
The available space can only accommodate a limited number of followers, not exceeding a few hundred. It's nothing compared to the massive masses he typically attracts during his rallies and other gatherings.
However, there are plenty of journalists and television crews competing for room on the media platform.
"Election Not Determined By Tonight's Results" - Expert View
According to a Republican political strategist who spoke with BBC News, the outcome of the Iowa caucus, while it is the initial event in the Republican presidential primary, is not a definitive indicator of how the remainder of the primary will play out.
Reflecting on the past year of 2016, Rina Shah mentioned that the Trump campaign encountered a major challenge during these caucuses.
During the caucus in 2016, Iowa's Republicans supported Ted Cruz, a Senator from Texas, instead of Donald Trump. However, Trump managed to secure the nomination in a convincing manner.
Shah stated that the outcome of tonight's events is uncertain. However, the freezing climate may have worked in Trump's favor. The determining factor now is who has the most fervent supporters.
However, Shah argues that this evening, Trump needs to do more than just lead the pack in the polls - he must assert his dominance over Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis.
According to her, none of the three primary contenders hold as much interest in tonight's outcome as DeSantis does. He went to all of Florida's 99 counties and obtained endorsements from Governor Kim Reynolds and prominent evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats.
Some Deterred By Trump Legal Issues, But Not All
People who are eligible to vote are arriving at Central High School, which is located on a hill in Davenport, a city in eastern Iowa.
Despite the chilly temperature, committed individuals can still be found searching for nearby voting locations, spread out throughout the campus.
As I enter the hall, I encounter Linda Lanman. She informs me that she has attended numerous caucuses before and is attending for Ron DeSantis this time around.
She says to me that she appreciates the work he has done in Florida.
"I have a sense of impending problems with Trump, particularly when it comes to his legal issues."
Despite those difficulties, Kiowa Gipson remains a strong supporter of President Trump.
He claims that although he does not support all of his beliefs, the person in question has made a significant positive impact on this nation.
Iowa Race For Second Place Could Be The Ultimate Showdown
The North America correspondent for BBC is currently reporting from Des Moines, Iowa.
If the current lead of Donald Trump in the polls fairly represents the sentiments of the Republican voters of Iowa, then the actual competition in the state is for the runner-up spot.
The intense debate that took place on Wednesday between Florida's Governor, Ron DeSantis, and former UN Ambassador, Nikki Haley, made it clear that there is a lot at stake.
If either of these candidates manages to establish a significant lead over the other in the Iowa results, they have a good chance of emerging as the primary contender to challenge Trump in the future elections.
A tight race is not beneficial and only serves to reinforce the divide-and-conquer approach that aided Trump in securing the nomination back in 2016. If repeated, this strategy could facilitate an easier win for him.
Although a candidate may secure a solid second place position in Iowa, it does not necessarily ensure their success in the upcoming elections or a chance to surpass the former president.
Having a small possibility is superior to having no possibility whatsoever.
