Republican presidential hopeful Nikki Haley is urging for a thorough examination of former President Donald Trump's trials before the upcoming election, emphasizing the importance of voters being informed about the situation.
In an interview following the Supreme Court's announcement on Wednesday, the former UN ambassador and only remaining opponent in the primary race against Trump shared her thoughts on the court's decision to determine Trump's immunity from prosecution in his federal election interference case.
Nikki Haley Calls For Supreme Court Decision on Trump Trials Before November
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA - FEBRUARY 29: Republican presidential candidate former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley speaks during a campaign event at the Westin Hotel February 29, 2024 in Richmond, Virginia. Sixteen states, including Virginia, will vote on Super Tuesday on March 5.
The high court announced it will be hearing oral arguments in the case the week of April 22. This indicates that Trump's election interference case in Washington, DC will be on hold until at least the summer if it proceeds to trial.
Haley emphasized the importance of the Supreme Court clarifying the timing of its decision, the implications for those who have already voted, and the necessity of providing comprehensive answers prior to the general election.
Regrettably, legal proceedings can be quite lengthy, she mentioned. Haley added the possibility that voters may not be informed about what will occur before the election. Haley criticized the former president, stating her belief that a president should not be immune from anything.
"I believe the president should also be subject to the same laws," Haley stated, according to NBC News. She criticized Trump for requesting things that no other president has ever requested, but she emphasized that it was not only about Trump but every president.
When choosing to review the case for a potentially groundbreaking decision, the nation's top court announced it would explore the issue of whether a former president is protected by presidential immunity from criminal charges related to actions taken while in office.
Special Counsel Jack Smith recommended that the court dismiss Trump's request for review or grant it on an emergency basis. In June, the Supreme Court usually releases its decisions, although it has the flexibility to deviate from this timeline.
The Supreme Court's decision to get involved is a result of the difficulties in scheduling due to the ex-president's increasing legal issues. Amidst juggling four criminal trials, he continues to campaign for president.
The upcoming trial related to payments made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels is set to commence at the end of March. The ex-president's legal troubles have not diminished backing in the GOP presidential race. He has won all the GOP primaries so far and is now gearing up for Super Tuesday, where 16 states will cast their votes with strong momentum on his side.
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Nikki Haley Vows Not to Drop in Race
On Friday morning, Haley reaffirmed her commitment to remain in the presidential primary race until Super Tuesday. She also mentioned that joining the third-party presidential movement No Labels ticket as an independent wouldn't be a viable option for her.
Haley, who recently faced defeat against former President Donald Trump in primaries in Michigan and her home state of South Carolina, stated that she has raised $12 million just in February to support her campaign through Super Tuesday. She suggested that future decisions will depend on her competitiveness in upcoming primaries and caucuses, without specifying the criteria.
She once more avoided addressing whether she would withdraw after Tuesday or pursue an independent run on a No Labels ticket. Once more, she emphasized that she has not been in touch with No Labels, and expressed her lack of interest in the group's plan for a unity ticket involving a Republican presidential candidate and a Democratic vice presidential candidate.
Per ABC News, Haley did not specify any specific thresholds for the vote share she needs in states, but emphasized that "30 to 40 percent is not a small number." When questioned about the conclusion of her campaign, she responded, "I am not sure if I am ending my presidential bid. When you're in a competition, the furthest thing from your mind is being out of the running."
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