Former President Donald Trump's Progress Towards GOP Nomination
Former President Donald Trump wins caucuses in Idaho and Missouri, continues march toward GOP nomination. Trump sweeps delegate haul at a party convention in Michigan. Haley faces steep odds in securing delegates. Next events include the District of Columbia and Super Tuesday. Michigan Republicans allocate 39 delegates to Trump. Missouri caucus attendees show strong support for Trump. Idaho holds presidential caucuses due to legislative oversight. Trump expected to carry Idaho easily.
Key Points
- Trump leads with 244 delegates, Haley has 24
- Upcoming events in the District of Columbia and Super Tuesday
- Michigan Republicans allocate 39 delegates to Trump
- Strong support for Trump in Missouri caucuses
- Idaho holds caucuses due to elimination of presidential primaries
Pros
- Trump wins caucuses in Idaho and Missouri
- Sweeps delegate haul at Michigan convention
- Expected to secure GOP nomination
Cons
- Steep odds facing Nikki Haley in securing delegates
- Lingering effects of leadership dispute in Michigan GOP
- Legislative oversight leads to caucuses in Idaho