In the lead-up to the New Hampshire primary, Republican candidates Donald Trump and Nikki Haley are making their final appeals to voters. The economic policy has taken center stage, with both candidates criticizing the current administration’s handling of the economy, despite not offering detailed policy proposals themselves. Dr. Thomas Gift of University College London suggests that the primary is more a battle of personalities than policies, with Trump expected to win following Ron DeSantis’s endorsement and the potential drying up of Haley’s fundraising.
- Republican presidential candidates Donald Trump and Nikki Haley are campaigning in New Hampshire ahead of the state’s primary.
- Both candidates are united in their criticism of the Biden administration’s economic management.
- Dr. Thomas Gift comments that there is significant pessimism among Americans regarding the economy, with only 14% feeling they are better off than at the start of Biden’s term.
- The primary is seen as a battle of personalities, with little detailed economic policy discussion from either candidate.
- Trump is expected to win the New Hampshire primary, especially after Ron DeSantis exited the race and endorsed him.
- Trump’s campaign is likely to continue focusing on his “Make America Great Again” slogan and policies such as deregulation, lower taxes, and a tough stance on China.
- Trump has also proposed a populist policy of a 10% tax to bolster US industry and force other nations to negotiate trade concessions.
- BBC News will continue to provide updates on the New Hampshire primaries as results come in.
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