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Fresh off the resounding victory Donald Trump appeared in New York for a defamation trial, And then returned to New Hampshire for campaigning. Also sharing the stage with him was Businessmen turned politician Vivek Ramaswamy, who quit presidential race after poor iowa performance.

Vivek Ramaswamy calls Trump 'Commander-in-Chief in New Hampshire

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<p>A day after dropping out of the presidential race, Vivek Ramaswamy joined Donald Trump on the stage in New Hampshire on Tuesday (Jan 16). The former president welcomed Ramaswamy and said they both were on good terms, despite competing for the same prize.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The duo was sharing the stage&nbsp;at the Atkinson Resort and Country Club in Atkinson, New Hampshire.</p>

<p>“Last night, I was honoured to receive the endorsement of a man who has become a true leader and earned the admiration of so many patriots. I've been a friend of his, even though we were competing against each other, and we got along," said Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"And he was saying, he's a great president. I kept saying, why is he running? He keeps calling me a great president, but he's a fantastic guy, a very smart guy. He's got some tremendous ideas and he's young, and he's got some young ideas, too, and that's a good thing. So he has a big, beautiful, bright future ahead – Vivek Ramaswamy."</p>

<p>After Trump's welcome speech, Ramaswamy took to the stage and said this was not a war between "black and white".&nbsp;</p>

<p>“That's what this is. It's not a war between black and white. It's not between Democrats and Republicans, even in a deeper sense. It's between the permanent state and the everyday citizen, between those of us who love the United States of America and a fringe minority who hates this country and what we stand for," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“And right now, we need a commander-in-chief who will lead us to victory in this war. That's what we need in this country."</p>

<p>After Ramaswamy was done speaking, the crowd started chanting "VP, VP, VP" while he and Trump hugged each other.</p>

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<h2><strong>Ramaswamy quits the race</strong></h2>

<p>The 38-year-old had made waves after joining the race as a relatively unknown face in February 2023. He quickly gained prominence among first-time and young voters by aligning his campaign to that of former president Donald Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, after he finished fourth in the Iowa caucuses, Ramaswamy immediately announced his departure from the prez nomination race.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is true that we did not achieve the surprise that we wanted to deliver tonight. As of this moment, we are going to suspend this presidential campaign," Ramaswamy told his supporters.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ramaswamy called Trump to congratulate him on his victory and endorsed his candidature as well.</p>

<p>"There needs to be an America First candidate in this race.&nbsp;Going forward, he will have my full endorsement for the presidency," Ramaswamy said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, a couple of days prior to the Iowa caucuses, Trump, for the first time on the campaign trail, attacked Ramaswamy by calling him a fraud. Two days later, both leaders are seemingly charting plans on how the future cabinet might look.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A day after dropping out of the presidential race, Vivek Ramaswamy joined Donald Trump on the stage in New Hampshire on Tuesday (Jan 16). The former president welcomed Ramaswamy and said they both were on good terms, despite competing for the same prize.

A day after dropping out of the presidential race, Vivek Ramaswamy joined Donald Trump on the stage in New Hampshire on Tuesday (Jan 16). The former president welcomed Ramaswamy and said they both were on good terms, despite competing for the same prize. The duo was sharing the stage at the Atkinson Resort and Country Club in Atkinson, New Hampshire. “Last night, I was honoured to receive the endorsement of a man who has become a true leader and earned the admiration of so many patriots. I've been a friend of his, even though we were competing against each other, and we got along," said Trump. "And he was saying, he's a great president. I kept saying, why is he running? He keeps calling me a great president, but he's a fantastic guy, a very smart guy. He's got some tremendous ideas and he's young, and he's got some young ideas, too, and that's a good thing. So he has a big, beautiful, bright future ahead – Vivek Ramaswamy." After Trump's welcome speech, Ramaswamy took to the stage and said this was not a war between "black and white". “That's what this is. It's not a war between black and white. It's not between Democrats and Republicans, even in a deeper sense. It's between the permanent state and the everyday citizen, between those of us who love the United States of America and a fringe minority who hates this country and what we stand for," he said. “And right now, we need a commander-in-chief who will lead us to victory in this war. That's what we need in this country." After Ramaswamy was done speaking, the crowd started chanting "VP, VP, VP" while he and Trump hugged each other. BREAKING: Trump crowd chants "VP VP VP" after Vivek gets done speaking. Trump says "he's going to be working with us for a long time" pic.twitter.com/NV8P6hKrET — George (@BehizyTweets) January 17, 2024 × Ramaswamy quits the race The 38-year-old had made waves after joining the race as a relatively unknown face in February 2023. He quickly gained prominence among first-time and young voters by aligning his campaign to that of former president Donald Trump. However, after he finished fourth in the Iowa caucuses, Ramaswamy immediately announced his departure from the prez nomination race. "It is true that we did not achieve the surprise that we wanted to deliver tonight. As of this moment, we are going to suspend this presidential campaign," Ramaswamy told his supporters. Also read | Donald Trump wins Republican presidential caucuses in Iowa, DeSantis secures second spot Ramaswamy called Trump to congratulate him on his victory and endorsed his candidature as well. "There needs to be an America First candidate in this race. Going forward, he will have my full endorsement for the presidency," Ramaswamy said. Notably, a couple of days prior to the Iowa caucuses, Trump, for the first time on the campaign trail, attacked Ramaswamy by calling him a fraud. Two days later, both leaders are seemingly charting plans on how the future cabinet might look. (With inputs from agencies)

Day after dropping out of prez race, Ramaswamy joins Trump amid 'VP, VP' chants

Trump won 51% of the vote in Iowa, giving him the largest margin of victory in the history of the state’s Republican caucuses. Ron DeSantis, the Florida governor, secured a distant second-place finish with 21% of the vote, while Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina governor trailed in third place with 19%. Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, who came in fourth, dropped out of the race following his disappointing performance.

Donald Trump wins Iowa caucus with 51% votes | DeSantis comes second with 21%

Donald Trump held an early lead in Iowa's first-in-the-nation Republican nominating contest on Monday, according to an Edison Research entrance poll. Iowa has been an uneven predictor of who will ultimately lead Republicans into the general election.

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Trump secures wide lead in Iowa Caucus; race for second spot continues

<p>The former United States President and Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump, on Monday (Jan 15)&nbsp;cemented his frontrunner status at the Iowa caucuses, the first vote in the 2024 presidential race, where he won by over 50 per cent votes. Meanwhile,&nbsp;his successor and incumbent, President Joe Biden took to X to acknowledge his win.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>‘Me vs. extreme MAGA Republicans’</strong></h2>

<p>Following the announcement of the initial results of the Iowa caucuses, Biden’s campaign used the opportunity to appeal for more funds, framing the election as him vs “extreme” MAGA (Make America Great Again) Republicans. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Donald Trump wins, Haley and DeSantis battle for second place in Iowa caucus</strong></p>

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<p>“Looks like Donald Trump just won Iowa. He’s the clear front runner on the other side at this point,” said the incumbent president, in a post on X.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, “But here’s the thing: this election was always going to be you and me vs. extreme MAGA Republicans. It was true yesterday and it’ll be true tomorrow.”</p>

<p>“So if you’re with us, chip in now.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, the post on X came after CNN reported that Biden’s campaign is fundraising off of Trump’s projected win in Iowa. “If Donald Trump is our opponent, we can expect vile attacks, endless lies, and massive spending,” Biden’s campaign told donors in an emailed fundraising note.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It added, “The Iowa results are in, and it’s clear: Donald Trump is the official frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. We need to work even harder now.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier&nbsp;on Monday, the Biden campaign announced raising $97 million over the fourth quarter of 2023.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Biden-Harris campaign is entering the election year with $117 million cash in hand, “more cash on hand than any Democratic candidate in history at this point in the cycle,” Biden campaign’s co-chair Jeffrey Katzenberg told reporters in Des Moines, Iowa on Monday.</p>

<h2><strong>Biden and Trump rematch?</strong></h2>

<p>With most Democrats backing Biden and Trump cementing his place as the frontrunner for the Republican nomination, there are high chances that the upcoming presidential election in November will be a rematch between the two.</p>

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<p>Trump’s win in the Iowa caucuses has also indicated that despite his many legal woes, including four criminal cases that could go to trial before the November 5 general elections, his supporters are backing him no matter what.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a poll by Edison Research, only one-third of caucus-goers said Trump would be unfit for president if convicted of a crime. However, Biden is trailing behind in recent opinion polls amid concerns over his age and more recently his response to the Israel-Hamas war.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The former United States President and Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump, on Monday (Jan 15) cemented his frontrunner status at the Iowa caucuses, the first vote in the 2024 presidential race, where he won by over 50 per cent votes.

The former United States President and Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump, on Monday (Jan 15) cemented his frontrunner status at the Iowa caucuses, the first vote in the 2024 presidential race, where he won by over 50 per cent votes. Meanwhile, his successor and incumbent, President Joe Biden took to X to acknowledge his win. ‘Me vs. extreme MAGA Republicans’ Following the announcement of the initial results of the Iowa caucuses, Biden’s campaign used the opportunity to appeal for more funds, framing the election as him vs “extreme” MAGA (Make America Great Again) Republicans. WATCH | Donald Trump wins, Haley and DeSantis battle for second place in Iowa caucus “Looks like Donald Trump just won Iowa. He’s the clear front runner on the other side at this point,” said the incumbent president, in a post on X. He added, “But here’s the thing: this election was always going to be you and me vs. extreme MAGA Republicans. It was true yesterday and it’ll be true tomorrow.” “So if you’re with us, chip in now.” Notably, the post on X came after CNN reported that Biden’s campaign is fundraising off of Trump’s projected win in Iowa. “If Donald Trump is our opponent, we can expect vile attacks, endless lies, and massive spending,” Biden’s campaign told donors in an emailed fundraising note. It added, “The Iowa results are in, and it’s clear: Donald Trump is the official frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. We need to work even harder now.” ALSO READ | Donald Trump wins Republican presidential caucuses in Iowa, DeSantis secures 2nd spot, Haley 3rd Earlier on Monday, the Biden campaign announced raising $97 million over the fourth quarter of 2023. The Biden-Harris campaign is entering the election year with $117 million cash in hand, “more cash on hand than any Democratic candidate in history at this point in the cycle,” Biden campaign’s co-chair Jeffrey Katzenberg told reporters in Des Moines, Iowa on Monday. Biden and Trump rematch? With most Democrats backing Biden and Trump cementing his place as the frontrunner for the Republican nomination, there are high chances that the upcoming presidential election in November will be a rematch between the two. ALSO READ | Vivek Ramaswamy drops out of 2024 race after Iowa caucuses, endorses Trump for US president Trump’s win in the Iowa caucuses has also indicated that despite his many legal woes, including four criminal cases that could go to trial before the November 5 general elections, his supporters are backing him no matter what. According to a poll by Edison Research, only one-third of caucus-goers said Trump would be unfit for president if convicted of a crime. However, Biden is trailing behind in recent opinion polls amid concerns over his age and more recently his response to the Israel-Hamas war. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden acknowledges Trump's win in Iowa Republican caucuses, calls on supporters in fundraising push

<p>Donald Trump remains the frontrunner in order to stake an early claim for the Republican presidential nomination as voters kick off the Republican presidential nomination race Monday (Jan 15) with caucuses.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tens of thousands of consumers in northern states and Texas were without power due to an Arctic blast as much of the United States was trapped by the Arctic freeze, but Iowans braved below-zero temperatures to cast the first votes in the 2024 campaign.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley are basically gunning for a runner-up finish amid Trump's evident dominant position.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Trump is anticipated to easily win the state's first-in-the-nation race based on his commanding lead in opinion polls. He seeks to be the Republican choice against President Joe Biden in November.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, experts do not rule out Haley or DeSantis making a strong comeback, defining the various polls. The latest NBC News/Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll put Trump at 48 per cent among likely caucus-goers.</p>

<p>Experts have added that the Iowans may face blizzards and a wind chill of -42 degrees Celsius in certain areas, which may reduce attendance.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"I'm asking you to go out, brave the cold and support me in the Iowa Caucus. You will never have an opportunity to have your vote make more of an impact than you will tonight!" DeSantis posted on X, formerly Twitter, early Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At a campaign event near Des Moines on Sunday, Trump called for supporters to "dress warmly". He said, "Brave the weather, go out, and save America."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maci Arjes, part of a student Republican group at the University of Iowa, warned: "The biggest question I'm getting right now is: 'Is the caucus still going to take place? There is going to be a polar vortex'."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Caucuses will begin at around 7:00 pm (0100 GMT Tuesday), when voters gather in schools, libraries and fire stations across the state.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Cold snap in US</strong></h2>

<p>Temperatures in Iowa are expected to plummet to a life-threatening -35 degrees Fahrenheit (-37 Celsius) on Monday night. Republican candidates cancelled campaign events on Sunday as a blizzard covered the state.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wind chills are expected to reach -58 degrees Fahrenheit (-50 Celsius) in places such as Montana, South Dakota, and North Dakota.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Donald Trump remains the frontrunner in order to stake an early claim for the Republican presidential nomination as voters kick off the Republican presidential nomination race Monday (Jan 15) with caucuses.

Donald Trump remains the frontrunner in order to stake an early claim for the Republican presidential nomination as voters kick off the Republican presidential nomination race Monday (Jan 15) with caucuses. Tens of thousands of consumers in northern states and Texas were without power due to an Arctic blast as much of the United States was trapped by the Arctic freeze, but Iowans braved below-zero temperatures to cast the first votes in the 2024 campaign. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley are basically gunning for a runner-up finish amid Trump's evident dominant position. Also read: US Defense Secretary Austin discharged after secret cancer surgery hospitalisation fiasco Trump is anticipated to easily win the state's first-in-the-nation race based on his commanding lead in opinion polls. He seeks to be the Republican choice against President Joe Biden in November. However, experts do not rule out Haley or DeSantis making a strong comeback, defining the various polls. The latest NBC News/Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll put Trump at 48 per cent among likely caucus-goers. Experts have added that the Iowans may face blizzards and a wind chill of -42 degrees Celsius in certain areas, which may reduce attendance. Also read: US-owned cargo ship hit by missile off the coast of Yemen in latest attack "I'm asking you to go out, brave the cold and support me in the Iowa Caucus. You will never have an opportunity to have your vote make more of an impact than you will tonight!" DeSantis posted on X, formerly Twitter, early Monday. At a campaign event near Des Moines on Sunday, Trump called for supporters to "dress warmly". He said, "Brave the weather, go out, and save America." Maci Arjes, part of a student Republican group at the University of Iowa, warned: "The biggest question I'm getting right now is: 'Is the caucus still going to take place? There is going to be a polar vortex'." Caucuses will begin at around 7:00 pm (0100 GMT Tuesday), when voters gather in schools, libraries and fire stations across the state. Cold snap in US Temperatures in Iowa are expected to plummet to a life-threatening -35 degrees Fahrenheit (-37 Celsius) on Monday night. Republican candidates cancelled campaign events on Sunday as a blizzard covered the state. Wind chills are expected to reach -58 degrees Fahrenheit (-50 Celsius) in places such as Montana, South Dakota, and North Dakota. (With inputs from agencies)

2024 US presidential race begins with Iowa caucus amid freezing temps, Trump seeks early victory

<p>Donald Trump breezed past his opponents in the Iowa caucuses on Monday (Jan 15) night, securing more than 50 per cent votes to pull ahead of the rest of the field. After the win, Trump addressed a boisterous crowd&nbsp;in Des Moine where he congratulated his rivals and talked about removing the aliens and making America great again.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We're going to come together. It's going to happen soon," Trump said at the Iowa Events Center, referring to his White House comeback.</p>

<p>Florida Governor Ron DeSantis finished second in the race with ex-UN ambassador Nikki Haley occupying the third spot. Trump congratulated them both and said he had a 'good time' together.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I want to congratulate Ron and Nikki for having a good time together. We're all having a good time together. And I think they both actually did very well. I really do. I think they both did very well," said Trump.</p>

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<h2><strong>Trump sticks to business</strong></h2>

<p>Afterwards, the former president got down to his usual campaign messaging that was received enthusiastically by the Iowans who braved frigid cold temperatures to vote for him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We're going to drill, baby, drill right away. Drill, baby, drill. We're going to seal up the border because right now we have an invasion. We have an invasion of millions and millions of people that are coming into our country. I can't imagine why they think that's a good thing," Trump said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think it's a group of people that probably larger in number than New York State, and we can't have that. We can't have that. It's not sustainable as a country. It's horrible. And, you know, they're coming from prisons and jails," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Trump finished his speech by evoking his trademark Make America Great Again (MAGA) slogan and urged voters to reelect him to the White House.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our country is laughed at all over the world and laughing at us, and they want our country to come back. They want America, you know, they want us to be great again. It's a very simple MAGA. Make America great again and America first. America First is a very important part of MAGA," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Iowa win has strengthened Trump's credentials to go toe-to-toe with Joe Biden in the presidential race. The US president took to social media and conceded that Trump was the clear frontrunner at this stage in the Republican camp.</p>

<p><em>(With input from agencies)</em></p>


Donald Trump breezed past his opponents in the Iowa caucuses on Monday (Jan 15) night, securing more than 50 per cent votes to pull ahead of the rest of the field.

Donald Trump breezed past his opponents in the Iowa caucuses on Monday (Jan 15) night, securing more than 50 per cent votes to pull ahead of the rest of the field. After the win, Trump addressed a boisterous crowd in Des Moine where he congratulated his rivals and talked about removing the aliens and making America great again. "We're going to come together. It's going to happen soon," Trump said at the Iowa Events Center, referring to his White House comeback. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis finished second in the race with ex-UN ambassador Nikki Haley occupying the third spot. Trump congratulated them both and said he had a 'good time' together. "I want to congratulate Ron and Nikki for having a good time together. We're all having a good time together. And I think they both actually did very well. I really do. I think they both did very well," said Trump. Watch | Donald Trump wins first Republican contest of US Presidential race × Trump sticks to business Afterwards, the former president got down to his usual campaign messaging that was received enthusiastically by the Iowans who braved frigid cold temperatures to vote for him. "We're going to drill, baby, drill right away. Drill, baby, drill. We're going to seal up the border because right now we have an invasion. We have an invasion of millions and millions of people that are coming into our country. I can't imagine why they think that's a good thing," Trump said. "I think it's a group of people that probably larger in number than New York State, and we can't have that. We can't have that. It's not sustainable as a country. It's horrible. And, you know, they're coming from prisons and jails," he added. Also read | Vivek Ramaswamy drops out of 2024 US presidential race after Iowa caucuses Trump finished his speech by evoking his trademark Make America Great Again (MAGA) slogan and urged voters to reelect him to the White House. "Our country is laughed at all over the world and laughing at us, and they want our country to come back. They want America, you know, they want us to be great again. It's a very simple MAGA. Make America great again and America first. America First is a very important part of MAGA," he said. The Iowa win has strengthened Trump's credentials to go toe-to-toe with Joe Biden in the presidential race. The US president took to social media and conceded that Trump was the clear frontrunner at this stage in the Republican camp. (With input from agencies)

'Drill, baby, drill': Trump reiterates his campaign talking points after massive victory in Iowa caucuses

<p>Former Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday (Jan 16) announced that he is suspending his presidential primary campaign.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hutchinson congratulated Donald Trump, who earned his victory in the Iowa caucuses - the first vote in the 2024 presidential race.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A statement released by him read: "I congratulate Donald J. Trump for his win last night in Iowa and to the other candidates who competed and garnered delegate support."</p>

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<p>"Today, I am suspending my campaign for President and driving back to Arkansas. My message of being a principled Republican with experience and telling the truth about the current front runner did not sell in Iowa," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hutchinson was praised by some for his stance. He called on Trump to drop out "for the sake of the office of the presidency" and asked him not to seek another White House term. But was also booed occasionally for his sharp criticism of Trump.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"I stand by the campaign I ran. I answered every question, sounded the warning to the GOP about the risks in 2024 and presented hope for our country's future," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Susan and I are blessed beyond measure, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have fought in the political arena for America," he further said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hutchinson had announced his bid shortly after Joe Biden launched his re-election campaign, claiming that both Biden and Trump were focused on the past rather than the future.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;What would a Trump win in Iowa mean for Biden?</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Iowa caucuses</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Trump registered a stunning victory scoring 51 per cent of Republican voters. Ron DeSantis eked out a second-place finish in the Iowa caucuses. With most Iowa precincts reporting, CNN and Fox News said DeSantis won second place with 21.2 per cent of the vote, narrowly ahead of former UN ambassador Nikki Haley at 19.1 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Republican entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy announced on Monday that he was pulling out and endorsing Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are going to suspend this presidential campaign," Ramaswamy told supporters after he was projected to finish a distant fourth in the Iowa caucuses," he said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"I called Donald Trump to tell him I congratulate him on his victory, and now going forward he will have my full endorsement for the president," Ramaswamy added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Former Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday (Jan 16) announced that he is suspending his presidential primary campaign. Hutchinson congratulated Donald Trump, who earned his victory in the Iowa caucuses - the first vote in the 2024 presidential race.

Former Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson on Tuesday (Jan 16) announced that he is suspending his presidential primary campaign. Hutchinson congratulated Donald Trump, who earned his victory in the Iowa caucuses - the first vote in the 2024 presidential race. A statement released by him read: "I congratulate Donald J. Trump for his win last night in Iowa and to the other candidates who competed and garnered delegate support." Also read: Donald Trump wins Republican presidential caucuses in Iowa, DeSantis secures 2nd spot, Haley 3rd "Today, I am suspending my campaign for President and driving back to Arkansas. My message of being a principled Republican with experience and telling the truth about the current front runner did not sell in Iowa," he said. Hutchinson was praised by some for his stance. He called on Trump to drop out "for the sake of the office of the presidency" and asked him not to seek another White House term. But was also booed occasionally for his sharp criticism of Trump. Also read: Many US cities could empty out by 2100, become ‘ghost cities’ due to population drop: Study "I stand by the campaign I ran. I answered every question, sounded the warning to the GOP about the risks in 2024 and presented hope for our country's future," he added. "Susan and I are blessed beyond measure, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have fought in the political arena for America," he further said. Hutchinson had announced his bid shortly after Joe Biden launched his re-election campaign, claiming that both Biden and Trump were focused on the past rather than the future. Watch: What would a Trump win in Iowa mean for Biden? × Iowa caucuses Trump registered a stunning victory scoring 51 per cent of Republican voters. Ron DeSantis eked out a second-place finish in the Iowa caucuses. With most Iowa precincts reporting, CNN and Fox News said DeSantis won second place with 21.2 per cent of the vote, narrowly ahead of former UN ambassador Nikki Haley at 19.1 per cent. Meanwhile, Republican entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy announced on Monday that he was pulling out and endorsing Trump. "We are going to suspend this presidential campaign," Ramaswamy told supporters after he was projected to finish a distant fourth in the Iowa caucuses," he said. "I called Donald Trump to tell him I congratulate him on his victory, and now going forward he will have my full endorsement for the president," Ramaswamy added. (With inputs from agencies)

Asa Hutchinson suspends presidential campaign, congratulates Donald Trump for Iowa victory

Donald Trump held an early lead in Iowa's first-in-the-nation Republican nominating contest on Monday, according to an Edison Research entrance poll. Listen in the Trump's addresses to the Iowa supporters after his win.

Donald Trump wins, Haley and DeSantis battle for second place in Iowa caucus

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Donald Trump muscled past his rivals to capture the first 2024 Republican presidential contest in Iowa on Monday, according to Edison Research projections, once more asserting his dominance over the party as he seeks a third consecutive nomination.

Donald Trump wins first Republican contest of US Presidential race

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Donald Trump to wins Iowa caucus, second place up for grabs

GOP candidates are preparing for the New Hampshire primary and working to get voters on their side. Many of the candidates are engaging with voters in the traditional town hall setting, but former President Donald Trump has also continued his large campaign rallie

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Donald Trump is projected to win the Iowa caucuses, seizing a crucial victory that reinforces the former president's grip on his party at the outset of its 2024 nomination fight.

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Iowa caucuses: Litmus test for GOP candidates, Haley & DeSantis in close battle for second place

<p>As the spectre&nbsp;of a potential return of former president Donald Trump to the White House looms, countries worldwide are delicately recalibrating their diplomatic strategies. The repercussions of Trump's unexpected 2016 victory left an indelible mark on international relations, prompting a proactive approach from global leaders to navigate the uncertainties that a Trump 2.0 presidency might bring.</p>

<h2><strong>Estonia's strategic outreach: Balancing diplomacy</strong></h2>

<p>Estonia's Prime Minister, Kaja Kallas, has exemplified&nbsp;the global trend of strategic engagement. During her November visit to Washington, Kallas not only engaged with White House officials but also sought conversations with key allies of Donald Trump, reported Bloomberg.</p>

<p>The outreach extends beyond the political hub of Washington, as demonstrated by Estonia's foreign minister, Margus Tsahkna, expressing gratitude to Lockheed Martin Corp. workers in Arkansas, acknowledging their role in Estonia's security. Such initiatives aim to preemptively address concerns and garner support from diverse segments of American society.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vivek-ramaswamy-drops-out-of-2024-presidential-race-after-iowa-caucus-680376">Also read |&nbsp;Vivek Ramaswamy drops out of 2024 race after Iowa caucuses, endorses Trump for US president</a></p>

<h2><strong>Global fears and hopes</strong></h2>

<p>World leaders, scarred by the unpredictable outcomes of the 2016 election, are treading carefully, expressing both fears and hopes about the potential impact of a Trump resurgence.</p>

<p>European allies, once taken aback by Trump's America First rhetoric and threats to NATO, are cautious in their discussions. Some European Union leaders are avoiding&nbsp;openly acknowledging the prospect of Trump's return, fearing that mere mention could influence the political landscape.</p>

<p>European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has publicly labelled it a "threat," stressing the need to learn from the lessons of Trump's first term.</p>

<h2><strong>Asia's mixed sentiments</strong></h2>

<p>In Asia, the dynamics are mixed.</p>

<p>India, having enjoyed a personal rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump, leans towards a preference for the previous administration.</p>

<p>Modi's government, in particular, favoured Trump's approach over Biden's, especially concerning human rights. However, the concern is not uniform, and nations in the Global South are discerning potential opportunities in Trump's transactional approach.</p>

<h2><strong>China's economic perspective</strong></h2>

<p>China, a focal point of Trump's trade policies, assesses the economic implications of a potential return.</p>

<p>The continuation of tariffs imposed during Trump's presidency could modestly benefit China. However, broader global repercussions, particularly on the United States, Canada, and Mexico, are acknowledged. The delicate balance between economic interests and geopolitical tensions characterises China's approach.</p>

<h2><strong>Global South's perspective</strong></h2>

<p>Nations in the Global South see opportunities amid the uncertainty. Brazil, assuming the G-20 presidency, fears potential disruptions to its climate action and poverty reduction plans with a resurgent Trump.</p>

<p>On the other hand, some nations in the Gulf region anticipate alignment with Trump's transactional approach, viewing it as a pragmatic fit for their policies.</p>

<h2><strong>Russia's cautious optimism</strong></h2>

<p>Russia, initially optimistic about Trump's election in 2016, is approaching&nbsp;the potential return with caution.</p>

<p>While there is an anticipation of better relations with a re-elected Trump, disappointment over unmet expectations during his first term tempers expectations.</p>

<p>The Kremlin's cautious optimism underscores the complexity of managing relationships with a volatile global actor.</p>

<p>The European Union, scarred by tit-for-tat sanctions with the Trump administration, aims to "Trump-proof" agreements. Senior EU diplomats, mindful of dependencies in energy and raw materials, recognise the need to address vulnerabilities.</p>

<p>Defence strategies, energy partnerships, and raw material dependencies are critical considerations as Europe prepares for potential shifts in global dynamics.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;US: Trump projected to win Iowa caucuses in bid for 2024 Presidential nomination</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Defence concerns in Europe</strong></h2>

<p>Europe, particularly concerned about potential impacts on Russian relations, the Ukraine conflict, and the future of NATO, is actively engaging with Trump's representatives.</p>

<p>Defence and security discussions are paramount, with European nations taking precautionary measures and reaching out to influential voices close to the former president. Personal ties are seen as crucial in balancing national interests with diplomatic strategies.</p>

<p>The importance of personal relationships in global diplomacy is evident as leaders seek to balance personal rapport with national interests.</p>

<p>The delicate dance involves engaging with ex-officials, think tanks, and influential figures connected to Trump. Strategies range from massaging egos to preemptively addressing potential concerns, as nations strive to understand the foreign policy trajectory under a potential Trump administration.</p>

<p>As global leaders prepare for a range of scenarios, from reassessing trade dynamics to recalibrating defence strategies, the diplomatic community is actively adapting strategies. The sheer unpredictability of Trump's foreign policy poses challenges for all governments.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As the spectre of a potential return of former president Donald Trump to the White House looms, countries worldwide are delicately recalibrating their diplomatic strategies.

As the spectre of a potential return of former president Donald Trump to the White House looms, countries worldwide are delicately recalibrating their diplomatic strategies. The repercussions of Trump's unexpected 2016 victory left an indelible mark on international relations, prompting a proactive approach from global leaders to navigate the uncertainties that a Trump 2.0 presidency might bring. Estonia's strategic outreach: Balancing diplomacy Estonia's Prime Minister, Kaja Kallas, has exemplified the global trend of strategic engagement. During her November visit to Washington, Kallas not only engaged with White House officials but also sought conversations with key allies of Donald Trump, reported Bloomberg. The outreach extends beyond the political hub of Washington, as demonstrated by Estonia's foreign minister, Margus Tsahkna, expressing gratitude to Lockheed Martin Corp. workers in Arkansas, acknowledging their role in Estonia's security. Such initiatives aim to preemptively address concerns and garner support from diverse segments of American society. Also read | Vivek Ramaswamy drops out of 2024 race after Iowa caucuses, endorses Trump for US president Global fears and hopes World leaders, scarred by the unpredictable outcomes of the 2016 election, are treading carefully, expressing both fears and hopes about the potential impact of a Trump resurgence. European allies, once taken aback by Trump's America First rhetoric and threats to NATO, are cautious in their discussions. Some European Union leaders are avoiding openly acknowledging the prospect of Trump's return, fearing that mere mention could influence the political landscape. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has publicly labelled it a "threat," stressing the need to learn from the lessons of Trump's first term. Asia's mixed sentiments In Asia, the dynamics are mixed. India, having enjoyed a personal rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump, leans towards a preference for the previous administration. Modi's government, in particular, favoured Trump's approach over Biden's, especially concerning human rights. However, the concern is not uniform, and nations in the Global South are discerning potential opportunities in Trump's transactional approach. China's economic perspective China, a focal point of Trump's trade policies, assesses the economic implications of a potential return. The continuation of tariffs imposed during Trump's presidency could modestly benefit China. However, broader global repercussions, particularly on the United States, Canada, and Mexico, are acknowledged. The delicate balance between economic interests and geopolitical tensions characterises China's approach. Global South's perspective Nations in the Global South see opportunities amid the uncertainty. Brazil, assuming the G-20 presidency, fears potential disruptions to its climate action and poverty reduction plans with a resurgent Trump. On the other hand, some nations in the Gulf region anticipate alignment with Trump's transactional approach, viewing it as a pragmatic fit for their policies. Russia's cautious optimism Russia, initially optimistic about Trump's election in 2016, is approaching the potential return with caution. While there is an anticipation of better relations with a re-elected Trump, disappointment over unmet expectations during his first term tempers expectations. The Kremlin's cautious optimism underscores the complexity of managing relationships with a volatile global actor. The European Union, scarred by tit-for-tat sanctions with the Trump administration, aims to "Trump-proof" agreements. Senior EU diplomats, mindful of dependencies in energy and raw materials, recognise the need to address vulnerabilities. Defence strategies, energy partnerships, and raw material dependencies are critical considerations as Europe prepares for potential shifts in global dynamics. Also watch | US: Trump projected to win Iowa caucuses in bid for 2024 Presidential nomination Defence concerns in Europe Europe, particularly concerned about potential impacts on Russian relations, the Ukraine conflict, and the future of NATO, is actively engaging with Trump's representatives. Defence and security discussions are paramount, with European nations taking precautionary measures and reaching out to influential voices close to the former president. Personal ties are seen as crucial in balancing national interests with diplomatic strategies. The importance of personal relationships in global diplomacy is evident as leaders seek to balance personal rapport with national interests. The delicate dance involves engaging with ex-officials, think tanks, and influential figures connected to Trump. Strategies range from massaging egos to preemptively addressing potential concerns, as nations strive to understand the foreign policy trajectory under a potential Trump administration. As global leaders prepare for a range of scenarios, from reassessing trade dynamics to recalibrating defence strategies, the diplomatic community is actively adapting strategies. The sheer unpredictability of Trump's foreign policy poses challenges for all governments. (With inputs from agencies)

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Donald Trump passes major US election test in Iowa

Easy win for former US President Donald Trump in Iowa

Easy win for Ex-US President Donald Trump in Iowa

<p>Former United States president and Republican frontrunner Donald Trump earned his widely expected victory Monday (Jan 15) in the Iowa caucuses, the first vote in the 2024 presidential race. Trump is once again dominating the party as he seeks a third consecutive nomination and a second term in office.</p>

<p>Since Trump’s win was a foregone conclusion, all eyes were&nbsp;on the battle for second place&nbsp;between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With 95 per cent of the votes counted, Trump took the lead with over&nbsp;50&nbsp;per cent of the votes, followed by DeSantis in a distant second place with a little over 21&nbsp;per cent, while Haley was not too far behind&nbsp;in third with around 19 per cent of the votes.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Vivek Ramaswamy ended his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vivek-ramaswamy-drops-out-of-2024-presidential-race-after-iowa-caucus-680376">long-shot presidential bid</a> having secured less than eight per cent votes, and endorsed Trump in a speech to supporters.</p>

<h2><strong>‘I am greatly honoured’</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking about his projected win during an interview with Fox News Digital, Trump said he was “invigorated”. “I am greatly honoured by such an early call.”&nbsp;He later took to his social media platform Truth Social and wrote, "THANK YOU IOWA, I LOVE YOU ALL!!!"</p>

<p>After the win, Trump <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/drill-baby-drill-trump-reiterates-his-campaign-talking-points-after-massive-victory-in-iowa-caucuses-680403">addressed a boisterous crowd</a> in Des Moines where he congratulated his rivals and talked about removing the "aliens" and making America great again.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/2024-us-presidential-race-begins-in-iowa-amid-freezing-temps-trump-seeks-early-victory-680322">2024 US presidential race begins with Iowa caucus amid freezing temps, Trump seeks early victory</a></strong></p>

<p>The early results indicated that the former president will win by a record-setting margin amid his many legal woes, including four criminal cases that could go to trial before the November 5 general elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a poll by Edison Research, only one-third of caucus-goers said Trump would be unfit for president if convicted of a crime.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nearly two-thirds said they did not believe that the incumbent Democratic President Joe Biden legitimately won the 2020 election, largely embracing the Republican frontrunner’s claims about voter fraud.</p>

<p>“Trump is very narcissistic, he’s very cocky, but he’s going to get stuff done,” said Rita Stone, 53, a Trump supporter who attended a caucus at a West Des Moines high school, as quoted by Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is also worth noting that the Associated Press called the race for the former US president around half an hour before the Iowa caucuses officially started.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-why-iowa-caucuses-2024-are-important-for-us-presidential-elections-679088">Explained | Why Iowa Caucuses 2024 are important for US presidential elections</a></strong><br />
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That announcement was based on an analysis of early returns as well as the results of AP VoteCast, which is a survey of voters who planned to caucus. Both showed that Trump was going to win by a large margin.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With the Iowa caucuses wrapped up, Republicans in more moderate New Hampshire will choose their nominee eight days from now, where polls show that Trump has a smaller lead over Haley, with&nbsp;DeSantis far behind.</p>

<h2><strong>Iowans vote amid life-threatening cold</strong></h2>

<p>Iowans ventured out in life-threatening temperatures with the mercury plunging to as low as minus 43 degrees Celsius on Monday (Jan 15)&nbsp;in some parts of the state, according to the National Weather Service.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/iowa-caucus-2024-here-is-when-where-and-how-to-participate-check-details-680067">Iowa caucus 2024: Here is when, where and how Republicans choose presidential candidate</a></strong></p>

<p>According to Edison, there would be approximately 130,000 votes counted, far short of the record 187,000 cast in the 2016 Republican caucus.</p>

<p>This would mean that if the cold weather hadn't led to a lower turnout, Trump’s grip on his most loyal supporters may have given him an edge in the race.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With snow-covered highways in Iowa, particularly in the southern part of the state, it was reported that the Trump, Haley, and DeSantis campaigns were fielding calls from supporters who said that they would not be able to make it to their voting precincts.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former United States president and Republican frontrunner Donald Trump earned his widely expected victory Monday (Jan 15) in the Iowa caucuses, the first vote in the 2024 presidential race.

Former United States president and Republican frontrunner Donald Trump earned his widely expected victory Monday (Jan 15) in the Iowa caucuses, the first vote in the 2024 presidential race. Trump is once again dominating the party as he seeks a third consecutive nomination and a second term in office. Since Trump’s win was a foregone conclusion, all eyes were on the battle for second place between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley. With 95 per cent of the votes counted, Trump took the lead with over 50 per cent of the votes, followed by DeSantis in a distant second place with a little over 21 per cent, while Haley was not too far behind in third with around 19 per cent of the votes. Meanwhile, Vivek Ramaswamy ended his long-shot presidential bid having secured less than eight per cent votes, and endorsed Trump in a speech to supporters. ‘I am greatly honoured’ Speaking about his projected win during an interview with Fox News Digital, Trump said he was “invigorated”. “I am greatly honoured by such an early call.” He later took to his social media platform Truth Social and wrote, "THANK YOU IOWA, I LOVE YOU ALL!!!" After the win, Trump addressed a boisterous crowd in Des Moines where he congratulated his rivals and talked about removing the "aliens" and making America great again. ALSO READ | 2024 US presidential race begins with Iowa caucus amid freezing temps, Trump seeks early victory The early results indicated that the former president will win by a record-setting margin amid his many legal woes, including four criminal cases that could go to trial before the November 5 general elections. According to a poll by Edison Research, only one-third of caucus-goers said Trump would be unfit for president if convicted of a crime. Nearly two-thirds said they did not believe that the incumbent Democratic President Joe Biden legitimately won the 2020 election, largely embracing the Republican frontrunner’s claims about voter fraud. “Trump is very narcissistic, he’s very cocky, but he’s going to get stuff done,” said Rita Stone, 53, a Trump supporter who attended a caucus at a West Des Moines high school, as quoted by Reuters. It is also worth noting that the Associated Press called the race for the former US president around half an hour before the Iowa caucuses officially started. ALSO READ | Explained | Why Iowa Caucuses 2024 are important for US presidential elections That announcement was based on an analysis of early returns as well as the results of AP VoteCast, which is a survey of voters who planned to caucus. Both showed that Trump was going to win by a large margin. With the Iowa caucuses wrapped up, Republicans in more moderate New Hampshire will choose their nominee eight days from now, where polls show that Trump has a smaller lead over Haley, with DeSantis far behind. Iowans vote amid life-threatening cold Iowans ventured out in life-threatening temperatures with the mercury plunging to as low as minus 43 degrees Celsius on Monday (Jan 15) in some parts of the state, according to the National Weather Service. ALSO READ | Iowa caucus 2024: Here is when, where and how Republicans choose presidential candidate According to Edison, there would be approximately 130,000 votes counted, far short of the record 187,000 cast in the 2016 Republican caucus. This would mean that if the cold weather hadn't led to a lower turnout, Trump’s grip on his most loyal supporters may have given him an edge in the race. With snow-covered highways in Iowa, particularly in the southern part of the state, it was reported that the Trump, Haley, and DeSantis campaigns were fielding calls from supporters who said that they would not be able to make it to their voting precincts. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump wins Republican presidential caucuses in Iowa, DeSantis secures 2nd spot, Haley 3rd

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<p>On the eve of the all-important Iowa caucuses, former president Donald Trump implored the voters to brave the frigid cold temperatures to cast their ballot and help him fight back against his political enemies. Trump told Iowans that their vote would help bring to Washington the retribution he has repeatedly promised if he came back to power.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump held a campaign rally in the state on Sunday (Jan 14) which was akin to a victory parade as nearly all opinion polls showed him pulling away from the rest of the field, rather handsomely.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“These caucuses are your personal chance to score the ultimate victory over all of the liars, cheaters, thugs, perverts, frauds, crooks, freaks, creeps and other quite nice people," Trump told the audience.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Washington swamp has done everything in its power to take away your voice. But tomorrow is your time to turn on them and to say and speak your mind and to vote," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Trump's shift in strategy&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Despite leading the race, Trump is not willing to sit on his laurels. Instead, he is going for the kill which was evident when he criticised his Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy for the first time in the presidential race on Saturday (Jan 13).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump urged his supporters to not 'waste' their vote on the rookie in the presidential nomination race.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Vivek started his campaign as a great supporter, "the best President in generations,"&nbsp;etc. Unfortunately, now all he does is disguise his support in the form of deceitful campaign tricks," Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Very sly, but a vote for Vivek is a vote for the "other side" - don't get duped by this. Vote for "TRUMP," don't waste your vote! Vivek is not MAGA," Trump added.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Voters with Trump despite court cases</strong></h2>

<p>While Trump shifts his strategy, his support base has only been galvanised by the plethora of court cases brought against him in recent months.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He's the greatest president we've had in this century," Scott, one of the voters was quoted as saying by AFP, ahead of the vote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think it's all crap. I think 100 per cent of it is coordinated and being done for political purposes," he added when quizzed about the four separate criminal cases against the ex-president</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/he-is-not-maga-donald-trump-attacks-vivek-ramaswamy-ahead-of-iowa-caucus-679824" target="_blank"><strong>Also read | 'He is not MAGA': Donald Trump attacks Vivek Ramaswamy ahead of Iowa caucus</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Iowa caucuses</strong></h2>

<p>After several rounds of debates, the Iowans will cast the first votes in the 2024 presidential nomination process on Monday (Jan 15).</p>

<p>According to the Des Moines Register/NBC News/Mediacom poll released on Saturday night, Trump was leading in the state with 48 per cent votes, with Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis occupying the subsequent spots with 20 and 16 per cent votes, respectively.</p>

<p>Ramaswamy occupied the fourth position with only eight per cent votes to his name.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


On the eve of the all-important Iowa caucuses, former president Donald Trump implored the voters to brave the frigid cold temperatures to cast their ballot and help him fight back against his political enemies.

On the eve of the all-important Iowa caucuses, former president Donald Trump implored the voters to brave the frigid cold temperatures to cast their ballot and help him fight back against his political enemies. Trump told Iowans that their vote would help bring to Washington the retribution he has repeatedly promised if he came back to power. Trump held a campaign rally in the state on Sunday (Jan 14) which was akin to a victory parade as nearly all opinion polls showed him pulling away from the rest of the field, rather handsomely. “These caucuses are your personal chance to score the ultimate victory over all of the liars, cheaters, thugs, perverts, frauds, crooks, freaks, creeps and other quite nice people," Trump told the audience. "The Washington swamp has done everything in its power to take away your voice. But tomorrow is your time to turn on them and to say and speak your mind and to vote," he added. Trump's shift in strategy Despite leading the race, Trump is not willing to sit on his laurels. Instead, he is going for the kill which was evident when he criticised his Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy for the first time in the presidential race on Saturday (Jan 13). Trump urged his supporters to not 'waste' their vote on the rookie in the presidential nomination race. "Vivek started his campaign as a great supporter, "the best President in generations," etc. Unfortunately, now all he does is disguise his support in the form of deceitful campaign tricks," Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social. "Very sly, but a vote for Vivek is a vote for the "other side" - don't get duped by this. Vote for "TRUMP," don't waste your vote! Vivek is not MAGA," Trump added. Watch | Race to White House 2024: Iowa caucus crucial in Presidential race, voters to choose party's nominee × Voters with Trump despite court cases While Trump shifts his strategy, his support base has only been galvanised by the plethora of court cases brought against him in recent months. "He's the greatest president we've had in this century," Scott, one of the voters was quoted as saying by AFP, ahead of the vote. "I think it's all crap. I think 100 per cent of it is coordinated and being done for political purposes," he added when quizzed about the four separate criminal cases against the ex-president Also read | 'He is not MAGA': Donald Trump attacks Vivek Ramaswamy ahead of Iowa caucus Iowa caucuses After several rounds of debates, the Iowans will cast the first votes in the 2024 presidential nomination process on Monday (Jan 15). According to the Des Moines Register/NBC News/Mediacom poll released on Saturday night, Trump was leading in the state with 48 per cent votes, with Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis occupying the subsequent spots with 20 and 16 per cent votes, respectively. Ramaswamy occupied the fourth position with only eight per cent votes to his name. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Former US president Donald Trump&nbsp;targeted his rival Vivek Ramaswamy, urging his supporters to not 'waste' their vote on the rookie in the presidential nomination race. Trump's statement comes a couple of days prior to the Iowa caucuses and signals a shift in strategy against&nbsp;Ramaswamy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Up until now, Trump had been rather unreactive on Ramaswamy and kept his distance from the Republican challenger. However, with Ramaswamy building up steam in his campaign and flicking away some of the established leaders, Trump has been forced to take evasive actions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Vivek started his campaign as a great supporter, "the best President in generations," etc. Unfortunately, now all he does is disguise his support in the form of deceitful campaign tricks," Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump was reportedly miffed by Ramaswamy's campaign wherein he is handing out shirts that say 'Save Trump, Vote Vivek' on them. Ramaswamy posted a picture of his&nbsp;young supporters posing with him, wearing the shirt, on social media, which caught the attention of Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Very sly, but a vote for Vivek is a vote for the "other side" — don't get duped by this. Vote for "TRUMP," don't waste your vote! Vivek is not MAGA," Trump added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Trump kept the attack fairly docile, his campaign advisor&nbsp;Chris LaCivita took it a notch above, calling Ramaswamy a 'fraud'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Here is a great picture of this campaigns number one FRAUD.&nbsp;Trump doesnt need "saving"," wrote&nbsp;LaCivita on X, formerly known as Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Here’s the plot : @VivekGRamaswamy is a fraud …and a classic conman…a classic “pump and dump” scheme on the MAGA movement," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After Trump's attack, Ramaswamy doubled down on his admiration of the former president, dubbing him as the "best president of the 21st century" who he respected the "hell out of".<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>However, he issued a word of caution by adding: "I’ve defended him at every step against the unjust persecutions,” he said in a statement. “But open your eyes to the hard truth: This system will stop at nothing to keep this man away from the White House. Just because it’s wrong doesn’t mean it won’t happen.”</p>

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<h2><strong>Iowa caucus</strong></h2>

<p>After several rounds of debates, the Iowans will cast the first votes in the 2024&nbsp;presidential nomination&nbsp;process on Monday (Jan 15).</p>

<p>According to the Des Moines Register/NBC News/Mediacom poll released on Saturday night, Trump was leading in the state with 48 per cent votes, with Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis occupying the subsequent spots with 20 and 16 per cent votes, respectively.</p>

<p>Ramaswamy occupied the fourth position with only eight per cent votes to his name.&nbsp;</p>

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Former US president Donald Trump targeted his rival Vivek Ramaswamy, urging his supporters to not 'waste' their vote on the rookie in the presidential nomination race.

Former US president Donald Trump targeted his rival Vivek Ramaswamy, urging his supporters to not 'waste' their vote on the rookie in the presidential nomination race. Trump's statement comes a couple of days prior to the Iowa caucuses and signals a shift in strategy against Ramaswamy. Up until now, Trump had been rather unreactive on Ramaswamy and kept his distance from the Republican challenger. However, with Ramaswamy building up steam in his campaign and flicking away some of the established leaders, Trump has been forced to take evasive actions. "Vivek started his campaign as a great supporter, "the best President in generations," etc. Unfortunately, now all he does is disguise his support in the form of deceitful campaign tricks," Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social. Trump was reportedly miffed by Ramaswamy's campaign wherein he is handing out shirts that say 'Save Trump, Vote Vivek' on them. Ramaswamy posted a picture of his young supporters posing with him, wearing the shirt, on social media, which caught the attention of Trump. "Very sly, but a vote for Vivek is a vote for the "other side" — don't get duped by this. Vote for "TRUMP," don't waste your vote! Vivek is not MAGA," Trump added. While Trump kept the attack fairly docile, his campaign advisor Chris LaCivita took it a notch above, calling Ramaswamy a 'fraud'. "Here is a great picture of this campaigns number one FRAUD. Trump doesnt need "saving"," wrote LaCivita on X, formerly known as Twitter. "Here’s the plot : @VivekGRamaswamy is a fraud …and a classic conman…a classic “pump and dump” scheme on the MAGA movement," he added. Here’s the plot : @VivekGRamaswamy is a fraud …and a classic conman …a classic “pump and dump” scheme on the MAGA movement …. https://t.co/bFGV2xUWDj — Chris LaCivita (@LaCivitaC) January 14, 2024 × Watch | US: Farmers in Iowa have dumped Donald Trump for Ron DeSantis × After Trump's attack, Ramaswamy doubled down on his admiration of the former president, dubbing him as the "best president of the 21st century" who he respected the "hell out of". However, he issued a word of caution by adding: "I’ve defended him at every step against the unjust persecutions,” he said in a statement. “But open your eyes to the hard truth: This system will stop at nothing to keep this man away from the White House. Just because it’s wrong doesn’t mean it won’t happen.” Also read | Donald Trump mocks Biden with 'White House Senior Living' campaign video Iowa caucus After several rounds of debates, the Iowans will cast the first votes in the 2024 presidential nomination process on Monday (Jan 15). According to the Des Moines Register/NBC News/Mediacom poll released on Saturday night, Trump was leading in the state with 48 per cent votes, with Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis occupying the subsequent spots with 20 and 16 per cent votes, respectively. Ramaswamy occupied the fourth position with only eight per cent votes to his name. (With inputs from agencies)

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