On Wednesday, President Biden extended a warm invitation to Nikki Haley’s followers to join his re-election effort following her withdrawal from the race for the Republican nomination.
“Running for President requires immense bravery, particularly in the current climate of the Republican Party, where there’s a notable reluctance to confront the reality of Donald Trump,” Biden remarked. He commended Haley for her candid assessments of Trump, highlighting the turmoil surrounding him, his moral confusion, and his submissive stance towards Vladimir Putin.
Biden made it explicitly clear that supporters of Haley are welcome in his campaign, contrasting Trump’s apparent disinterest in garnering support from Haley’s base. “Donald Trump has indicated he’s not interested in Nikki Haley’s supporters. I, on the other hand, want to assure them that they have a role in my campaign,” he stated.
The President admitted to significant policy differences with Haley’s backers but underscored common values such as NATO support and democratic preservation as potential areas of agreement.
“This election is far from typical, and the implications for our nation are immense,” Biden asserted. “Despite the myriad views and strong beliefs across the political spectrum, what binds us—Democrats, Republicans, and Independents—is our collective love for America.”
Haley announced the suspension of her campaign on Wednesday morning, paving the way for Trump’s uncontested path to the GOP nomination and a potential electoral rematch with Biden.
In her withdrawal speech, Haley refrained from endorsing Trump, instead urging him to work for the support of those within and outside the party who previously withheld their backing. “The art of politics lies in inclusion, not alienation. It’s now Trump’s moment to decide,” she expressed.
Trump, responding to Haley’s departure on Truth Social, criticized her for appealing to Democratic voters in open primaries and soliciting funds from liberal contributors. He then called on Haley’s supporters to join his campaign, marking a stark contrast in outreach approaches between the two camps.
