As a former US Ambassador, she is running for the 2024 US elections but clashed with Donald Trump and here's what more you should know.
Born in 1972, Bamberg, South Carolina, she is an American politician & diplomat who served as the 116th governor of South Carolina.
She completed her studies at Clemson University in 1994, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and finance.
She has also served as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations.
In 2016, she was featured in Time magazine on the list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
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She is the first prominent woman of colour to seek the GOP nomination for the presidency in 2024. Her campaign marks a significant entry into the Republican field for the 2024 election.
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However, her long-time rival Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary, which positions him strongly for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Trump's victory has effectively ended the nomination race, despite Nikki Haley persisting despite criticism from the former president.
Trump's continued success suggests a potential rematch with President Joe Biden in the November general election.
Despite facing losses, she continues to be actively involved in politics, focusing on the South Carolina primary and keeping campaign contributions on the go.