Nikki Haley gets boost from Judge Judy at New Hampshire rally: ‘Sound of a two-person race’
EXETER, N.H. – Nikki Haley received a significant boost to her campaign as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis withdrew from the GOP presidential race. The departure of DeSantis fired up Haley and her supporters, leading to a rally in a high school auditorium in Exeter, New Hampshire, where she was joined by renowned television host Judge Judy. Haley’s final event of the day came several hours after DeSantis’ exit, and she wasted no time in expressing her confidence, stating, Can you hear that sound? That’s the sound of a two-person race.
Although DeSantis’ announcement may not have a substantial impact on the competition, as his support in New Hampshire dwindled to single digits, it nevertheless energized Haley’s backers just two days before the Jan. 23 primary. Consequently, Haley stands as the sole contender against former President Donald Trump in the race for the GOP nomination.
The rally in Exeter began with an introduction from New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu, further igniting the enthusiasm of the crowd. As part of the event, Haley’s campaign distributed T-shirts, and an ardent young supporter of Haley danced on stage to the upbeat tune of Holding out for a Hero.
Judge Judy, whose real name is Judith Sheindlin and is known for her daytime TV program, took to the stage and hailed Haley as a star. Sheindlin, who recently endorsed Haley, mentioned, I’m not here to bash the competition, although I’m perfectly capable of doing that. Suffice it to say that when you teach a child not to put their hand over a flame, you do that because you know they’re going to get burned. Well, we’ve gotten burned.
Sheindlin also received vocal support from the audience when one individual shouted, Send Trump to prison. Sheindlin urged the people of New Hampshire to consider their decision wisely and emotionally appealed, Please, New Hampshire. Use your brains and your heart. Bring her home on Tuesday.
Before leaving the stage, Sheindlin and Haley warmly embraced each other, culminating in a memorable and powerful moment. Haley expressed her admiration for Judge Judy, stating, How cool is it to have Judge Judy endorse you? It really is. She’s a trailblazer. She’s tough. She speaks hard truths. She doesn’t mince words.
As the Republican nomination race intensifies, Nikki Haley’s momentum receives a significant boost following Ron DeSantis’ withdrawal. With Judge Judy’s endorsement, Haley gains further support from influential voices and aims to secure victory against former President Donald Trump.
In the coming days, all eyes will be on the Jan. 23 primary in New Hampshire as Republican voters determine who will represent their party in the ultimate race for the presidency. The departure of DeSantis and the enthusiasm sparked by Haley’s rally with Judge Judy have set the stage for a captivating showdown in the days ahead.
