Haley Looks to Overtake DeSantis as Trump Alternative

Published on November 13, 2023

The GOP presidential campaign of former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has announced a $10 million ad buy—exemplifying her effort to replace Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as the Republican presidential alternative to former President Donald Trump. The buy will cover TV, radio, and digital ads in Iowa and New Hampshire starting in December, according to a Nov. 13 campaign statement. “Nikki Haley’s momentum and path to victory are clear,” said Haley campaign manager Betsy Ankney in the statement. “The same can’t be said for Ron DeSantis, who, even with a decent showing in Iowa, can’t afford a cup of coffee at the Red Arrow Diner in New Hampshire and is a mere tourist in South Carolina,” she continued....