New Super PAC Launched to Support Nikki Haley’s Republican Presidential Bid
A group of self-styled political independents has filed paperwork with the FEC this week to launch a new Super PAC aimed at swinging independent voters to support former U.N. ambassador and South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley in her bid to secure the Republican presidential nomination. Led by five entrepreneurs — including Jonathan Bush, the cousin of former President George W. Bush, and billionaire CEO Frank Laukien — the PAC, called Independents Moving the Needle, says it will focus its efforts on New Hampshire’s first-in-the-nation primary.
About 40% of voters in the state are registered as undeclared, allowing them to choose to participate in Republican or Democratic primaries in any given year. This potentially makes them a crucial constituency for 2024 Republicans seeking a breakout moment in their fight against former President Donald Trump.
The PAC, chaired by five relative outsiders to the world of dark money politics, has mostly forgone political participation at this level in the past but was motivated recently by Haley’s momentum and policy positions ranging from national security to school voucher programs. FEC filings show Bush has donated the individual maximum of $6,300 to Haley this cycle, while Laukein has made individual donations totaling roughly $3,000 to other GOP contenders.
Despite Trump’s leading position in the polls, the new PAC believes they will have the resources to make a significant impact in support of Haley, stating that she has the momentum and the policies to win the 2024 election. They are focusing on the independent and unaffiliated majority of New Hampshire voters and believe that they have the potential to move the needle in Haley’s favor.
Current polls show that Haley is gaining traction and securing important endorsements, positioning her as a formidable challenger to Trump. The group also believes that endorsements from key figures such as New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu could significantly boost Haley’s support among independent voters.
With several fronts now opened in the race for the Republican nomination, the eyes of many political watchers are now locked on New Hampshire. The candidates are fighting hard to secure the vote of independent voters, who can make a significant difference in the New Hampshire primary. Although Haley is still trailing Trump in the polls, her message seems to be resonating with independent Granite Staters.
The new PAC plans to support Haley and is betting on her policies and momentum to tip the scales in her favor. As the race progresses, the support of independent voters in New Hampshire may prove to be a crucial factor in determining the future Republican nominee for the 2024 presidential election.