Iowa caucuses: DeSantis edges out Haley as both trail Trump in Iowa
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In the Republican caucuses held in Iowa, Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida secured the second spot, surpassing former UN ambassador Nikki Haley who came in third. However, the overall outcome was heavily influenced by the popularity of Donald Trump.
Even though Mr. DeSantis put in a lot of effort campaigning in the state, he ended up far behind the previous president.
After counting almost all the votes, Mr. Trump has garnered 51% of the vote while Mr. DeSantis and Ms. Haley received 21% and 19% respectively.
In terms of choosing the next President of the United States, Republican voters in Iowa got the ball rolling.
The reason why their election is labeled a caucus is due to the fact that individuals must personally appear at a predetermined time to cast their ballot.
The candidate chosen by the party will go up against the Democratic nominee, who is most likely President Joe Biden, for the November election.
At a celebration in the capital of the state, Des Moines, Mr. Trump praised a significant evening and encouraged the citizens of America to unite in order to "fix the world."
Despite the freezing temperatures, registered Republicans in Iowa showed up on Monday night to vote at various locations like churches, schools, gyms, and community centers.
Before the Iowa election, many people believed that Mr. Trump was going to win by a large margin. One of his supporters, Glenn Jacobs, who used to be a professional wrestler for WWE, had confidently stated that Mr. Trump would win by a significant amount.
He spoke to the BBC an hour before voting started in Des Moines and mentioned that the country was going the wrong way because of the border crisis and US involvement in the Middle East.
Mr. Trump's son Eric expressed his desire for his father to secure the nomination by Super Tuesday, which will witness voting in numerous states, while simultaneously, across the city, such was the sentiment.
He remarked that the country has turned into a subject of ridicule, and this must not go on. He added that hopefully, this will come to an end in Iowa.
Brian Romer, a supporter of former US President Donald Trump, delivered a passionate speech to fellow Republicans at a high school located in Davenport at the eastern end of the state.
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place in the straw poll, stating that it was still a strong showing. He additionally claimed that his top priority is serving the state of Florida and not running for any particular political office. DeSantis expressed his gratitude to the straw poll organizers and attendees and did not announce any official plans for the future.
He commented that with Trump facing criminal charges, the events occurring in this nation resemble those of a communist society. He added that our country no longer upholds the principles of a free society.
However, Mr. DeSantis and Ms. Haley, who served as the governor of South Carolina and as the US ambassador to the UN during President Trump's tenure, confidently stated on Monday evening that the current political climate is in their favor.
Mr. DeSantis stated that they were subjected to a lot of opposition. The media was firmly in opposition to their cause and had already predicted their failure several months beforehand.
Despite everything that has happened, we have obtained our ticket to leave Iowa.
Kyle Brock gathered backing for Mr DeSantis at a primary educational institution situated in the outskirts of Des Moines. He insisted that it was high time for the Republicans to shift their focus from Mr Trump.
"I appreciate his honesty, and the manner in which he carries himself, and - truthfully - the accomplishments he achieved in Florida," he expressed.
DeSantis focused a large portion of his efforts and finances on Iowa, touring all 99 counties and seeking the support of the state's powerful group of religious voters living in rural areas.
The Republican governor of Florida might encounter more difficulties in the state of New Hampshire, which is known for its moderate stance, during its upcoming primary elections.
Ms. Haley, who is considered a long-shot candidate to defeat Mr. Trump in the state, declared that she had gained momentum.
Although she was expected to win the caucuses, coming in third place was seen as a letdown for the candidate who had gained momentum leading up to the event.
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Nikki Haley attends caucus gathering
At a gathering in a high school in Des Moines, Hallie Still-Caris shared her opinion that Ms. Haley had the highest probability of winning the elections in November.
According to her, when she observes the remaining Republican contenders and President Biden, she strongly believes that she is a viable candidate for the position of president. She thinks that this is what the country requires - someone who can bring stability and order amid the chaos.
Vivek Ramaswamy, the entrepreneur in biotechnology, decided to halt his presidential campaign due to his placement in fourth position at a considerable distance from the top three. He announced his support for Mr. Trump.
On a certain X article, Mr. Biden expressed that it seemed probable that he would be facing Mr. Trump again.
However, there is something important to consider: this voting event was going to be a contest between us and the far-right supporters of Maga. This fact remains valid as of yesterday and will continue to be so in the future, according to the statement made by the president of the Democratic Party.
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Based on the data collected in the entrance poll, it appears that Mr. Trump received significant backing from both white evangelicals and individuals who hold very conservative beliefs.
He triumphed across the board with men, women, elderly and youth voters, elevating his performance from 2016 with each of these categories.
Despite the fact that Mr. Trump is facing charges in four criminal trials and two civil trials, he has managed to maintain his dominance among Republicans in national opinion polls.
Following the upcoming New Hampshire election, the Republican candidates will be heading to Nevada and South Carolina to hear the perspectives of voters later in February.
