Nikki Haley emerged victorious in the Republican primary in Washington, D.C., securing all 19 available delegates and becoming the first woman to win a Republican presidential primary. Despite her victory, former President Donald J. Trump, who avoided the contest, responded bitterly on social media, claiming she had spent all her time, money, and effort in Washington. Haley acknowledged the small voter turnout in the city, but highlighted her victory as a significant milestone. Trump, however, referred to her with a disparaging nickname and criticized her ties to lobbyists and D.C. insiders, calling her the “Queen of the Swamp.” The race now shifts to the 15 states holding Republican contests on Super Tuesday, where Trump could potentially come very close to locking up the nomination. While Haley’s victory in Washington is a significant achievement, the upcoming contests will be crucial in determining the Republican nominee for the presidency.
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