Nikki Haley wins Washington, D.C., GOP primary

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Nikki Haley wins the Washington, D.C., GOP primary over former President Donald Trump, giving her campaign momentum ahead of Super Tuesday. Haley took 63% of the GOP primary vote to 33% for Trump, securing the District's 19 delegates.

Key Points

  • Nikki Haley secured 63% of the GOP primary vote in Washington, D.C., while Trump got 33%
  • Haley received the District's 19 delegates as she got more than half of the vote
  • Washington's moderate set of Republicans, different from other early states, contributed to Haley's victory

Pros

  • Nikki Haley's victory in the Washington, D.C., GOP primary provides momentum for her campaign ahead of Super Tuesday
  • Haley's win over former President Donald Trump is significant in the GOP presidential nominating contest

Cons

  • Trump is dominating in nearly all other states and is expected to extend his delegate lead