Nikki Haley, Trump’s challenger, makes history as first woman to win Republican primary following triumph in Washington DC | US News

Republican politician Nikki Haley has emerged victorious in the Republican primary in Washington DC, marking her first win in the campaign for the party’s presidential nomination, temporarily halting former President Donald Trump’s dominance. However, Trump is expected to gain more delegates in the upcoming Super Tuesday races.

Her win in Washington DC is historic as it is the first time a woman has won a Republican primary. Despite early setbacks in states like South Carolina and New Hampshire, Haley remains committed to her bid for the White House, although she has not specified any particular primary she is confident of winning.

Following her loss in South Carolina in February, Haley emphasized the importance of providing voters with an alternative to Trump. As a former US ambassador to the UN, she secured all 19 delegates in Washington DC, a predominantly Democratic jurisdiction with a small Republican population.

Joe Biden, a Democrat, overwhelmingly won the district in the 2020 general election. Haley joked with her supporters after her primary victory, highlighting the need to engage with voters and express her vision for the country.

Trump’s campaign sarcastically congratulated Haley on her victory, labeling her as the “Queen of the Swamp”. Haley continues to campaign, targeting the Super Tuesday primaries in various states, where she aims to attract moderate and independent-leaning voters.

Super Tuesday, when the largest number of states hold their primaries, is approaching, with states like Alabama, Oklahoma, and Texas set to cast their votes. Haley’s appeal to moderate voters has been evident in her performance, with a significant portion of her supporters describing themselves as moderate.