Trump 2024: GOP Frontrunner

The Republican National Committee is considering declaring Donald Trump the party’s “presumptive 2024 nominee.”

This move aims to solidify Trump’s control over the GOP despite only two states having voted, and he lacks the required delegates.

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The resolution signals Trump’s push for the nomination, contrasting with Nikki Haley’s ongoing competition.

RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel approves, emphasizing the need for Republicans to unite around their eventual nominee, expected to be Trump.

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The resolution’s consideration occurs as officials gather for the RNC’s winter meeting in Las Vegas.

New Jersey Republican National Committeeman Bill Palatucci criticizes the resolution as “silly” and insulting to primary voters.

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Regardless of the RNC’s decision, the AP refrains from calling any candidate the “presumptive nominee” until they secure the necessary delegates.

While no party rules prohibit such a move, it could expedite planning for a general election matchup against President Joe Biden.

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The RNC had previously declared Trump the presumptive nominee in May 2016 before securing the required delegates.

Nikki Haley argues her performance, outlasting other Trump rivals, demonstrates her candidacy’s strength.

Trump dismisses any Haley donors, aiming to intimidate them from contributing to her campaign.

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T.J. Petrizzo, a lobbyist supporting Haley, likens Trump’s approach to something out of a “Godfather” movie.

He emphasizes the ample time remaining (285 days) before the general election and the need to consider all candidates carefully.