South Carolina GOP Primary Results
Former President Donald Trump wins South Carolina GOP primary, defeating former Gov. Nikki Haley. Trump's victory puts him in position to potentially clinch the party's presidential nomination within the next month.
Key Points
- Trump won by about 20 points over Haley in South Carolina's GOP primary
- Exit polls showed Trump's strong support among primary voters without degrees
- Haley pledged to continue campaigning through Super Tuesday despite the loss
Pros
- Trump's victory solidifies his lead in the Republican nominating contests
- Trump's dominant performance throughout the state secured him a majority of the delegates
- Trump's support among primary voters without degrees was significantly higher than Haley's
Cons
- Haley's defeat in her home state is a setback for her presidential campaign
- Exit polls indicated challenges for Haley in convincing voters of her ability to defeat President Joe Biden
- Haley expressed concerns about Trump's ability to defeat Biden