Haley wins DC GOP primary - News Facts Network

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Nikki Haley has achieved her first victory in the Republican presidential primary race by winning in Washington, D.C., as projected by Decision Desk HQ. Haley received 1,274 votes, surpassing former President Donald Trump’s 676, with all precincts counted. This victory marks a significant moment for Haley, the former United Nations ambassador, interrupting Trump’s series of wins in the early GOP nomination contests.

Despite facing challenges in the race, including not winning any early-voting states, Haley’s win in D.C. awards her all 19 delegates from the winner-take-all primary. The victory provides a boost to her campaign as she prepares for Super Tuesday, though she continues to trail behind Trump in the overall delegate count. Candidates require a minimum of 1,215 delegates to secure the Republican nomination.

The Democratic primary in D.C. is scheduled for June.