Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's campaign is urging supporters to stay calm amid New Hampshire's primary, assuring them that the campaign is 'here to stay', despite challenges and comparisons with former President Donald Trump.

In a campaign memo, Haley's campaign manager, Betsy Ankney, addressed perceptions of a Trump coronation and emphasised the early stages of the race.&nbsp;

“The political class and the media want to give Donald Trump a coronation. They say the race is over,”&nbsp;Ankney, wrote in the memo, as reported by The Hill.&nbsp;

<h2>Field narrows to Haley and Trump</h2>

With Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis dropping out and backing Trump, the presidential field has narrowed to a one-on-one battle between Haley and the former president. Questions have risen&nbsp;about Haley's campaign momentum and competitiveness in the 2024 cycle.

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The memo expressed optimism for the late February primary in Haley's home state, South Carolina, and Super Tuesday in March. Ankney believes there is significant potential for Haley in various open or semi-open primaries on Super Tuesday.

Ankney also encouraged supporters to take a deep breath, saying that the campaign has not yet begun in many states. The memo hinted at future strategic efforts, asserting that a month in politics is a significant timeframe, and concluded with a "see y'all in South Carolina" sign-off.

Haley's campaign has been gaining ground on Trump in New Hampshire polls, particularly among independents and Republicans critical of the former president. The campaign emphasises her electability, citing results that show her outperforming other Republicans against President Biden.

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Despite Haley's gains in polling, as of Tuesday, Trump maintains a double-digit lead in The Hill-Decision Desk HQ polling averages in New Hampshire, where voters head to the primaries. The competition remains fierce as the campaign looks ahead to future primary battles.

(With inputs from agencies)

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's campaign is urging supporters to stay calm amid New Hampshire's primary, assuring them that the campaign is 'here to stay', despite challenges and comparisons with former President Donald Trump.

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's campaign is urging supporters to stay calm amid New Hampshire's primary, assuring them that the campaign is 'here to stay', despite challenges and comparisons with former President Donald Trump. In a campaign memo, Haley's campaign manager, Betsy Ankney, addressed perceptions of a Trump coronation and emphasised the early stages of the race. “The political class and the media want to give Donald Trump a coronation. They say the race is over,” Ankney, wrote in the memo, as reported by The Hill. Field narrows to Haley and Trump With Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis dropping out and backing Trump, the presidential field has narrowed to a one-on-one battle between Haley and the former president. Questions have risen about Haley's campaign momentum and competitiveness in the 2024 cycle. Also read | AI scare for US elections? Fake robocall imitating Biden asks voters not to vote in New Hampshire primary The memo expressed optimism for the late February primary in Haley's home state, South Carolina, and Super Tuesday in March. Ankney believes there is significant potential for Haley in various open or semi-open primaries on Super Tuesday. Ankney also encouraged supporters to take a deep breath, saying that the campaign has not yet begun in many states. The memo hinted at future strategic efforts, asserting that a month in politics is a significant timeframe, and concluded with a "see y'all in South Carolina" sign-off. Haley's campaign has been gaining ground on Trump in New Hampshire polls, particularly among independents and Republicans critical of the former president. The campaign emphasises her electability, citing results that show her outperforming other Republicans against President Biden. Also watch | Trump vs Haley in New Hampshire Primary | US Elections 2024 Despite Haley's gains in polling, as of Tuesday, Trump maintains a double-digit lead in The Hill-Decision Desk HQ polling averages in New Hampshire, where voters head to the primaries. The competition remains fierce as the campaign looks ahead to future primary battles. (With inputs from agencies)

US presidential race: Nikki Haley asks supporters to 'take a deep breath' amid New Hampshire primary

All eyes are on New Hampshire as the two remaining Republican presidential candidates make their last-minute pitches across the state. The second in a series of state-by-state contests will serve as another test for Donald Trump and Nikki Haley as they fight for their party's presidential nomination.

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Voters in the small town of Dixville Notch kicked off the US state of New Hampshire’s presidential primary on Tuesday (Jan 23) and handed a surprise early landslide victory to White House hopeful Nikki Haley.&nbsp;

Notably, the vote took place at midnight with all six registered voters &nbsp;– four Republican voters and two independents – choosing the former South Carolina governor over former president Donald Trump and all the other candidates.

<h2>New Hampshire primary</h2>

The small resort town in New Hampshire was the first one in the US to vote in the 2024 primaries where the voters were outnumbered by more than 10-to-one by reporters from across the world.&nbsp;

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The polls in Dixville Notch opened and closed just after midnight and the count took about 10 minutes and ended with no votes at all for Republican frontrunner Trump and six for Haley, his only remaining rival in the party’s nomination race.

Notably, the tiny northeastern town in the middle of the forest near the Canadian border has held the title of voting “first in the nation” in primaries and the presidential election itself since 1960, given the voters there cast ballots so early.&nbsp;

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Dixville Notch’s midnight voting tradition also dates back some 64 years.

One by one, all six registered voters collected their ballots from election officials, stepped behind a curtain into a booth to mark them and came back to drop them in a box.&nbsp;

However, the results are not typically indicative of how an election will end up, given the really small number of voters. Most polling stations in New Hampshire will open between 6:00 am and 8:00 am (local time), on Tuesday.&nbsp;

<h2>Haley thanks Dixville Notch</h2>

In a statement reacting to the votes in Dixville Notch, Haley said, “A great start to a great day in New Hampshire.” She added, “Thank you Dixville Notch!”&nbsp;

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The former United Nations Ambassador is the only one standing against the Republican frontrunner after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis dropped out of the race following the Iowa caucuses, where he came distant second following Trump.

Notably, the voters in New Hampshire are seen as a more Haley-friendly crowd than what she will witness in other states next month.&nbsp;

Additionally, even though Trump has spent less time in New Hampshire juggling one rally a night with court appearances out of state, he is still leading the polls ahead of the election.&nbsp;

A Globe/Suffolk/NBC10 poll showed Haley is 19 points behind Trump on the eve of the election.

(With inputs from agencies)

Voters in the small town of Dixville Notch kicked off the US state of New Hampshire’s presidential primary on Tuesday (Jan 23) and handed a surprise early landslide victory to White House hopeful Nikki Haley.

Voters in the small town of Dixville Notch kicked off the US state of New Hampshire’s presidential primary on Tuesday (Jan 23) and handed a surprise early landslide victory to White House hopeful Nikki Haley. Notably, the vote took place at midnight with all six registered voters – four Republican voters and two independents – choosing the former South Carolina governor over former president Donald Trump and all the other candidates. New Hampshire primary The small resort town in New Hampshire was the first one in the US to vote in the 2024 primaries where the voters were outnumbered by more than 10-to-one by reporters from across the world. WATCH | Republican candidates campaign for first primary vote in New Hampshire | Race to Power The polls in Dixville Notch opened and closed just after midnight and the count took about 10 minutes and ended with no votes at all for Republican frontrunner Trump and six for Haley, his only remaining rival in the party’s nomination race. Notably, the tiny northeastern town in the middle of the forest near the Canadian border has held the title of voting “first in the nation” in primaries and the presidential election itself since 1960, given the voters there cast ballots so early. ALSO READ | Can Nikki Haley outrun Donald Trump in New Hampshire? Here's what a poll says Dixville Notch’s midnight voting tradition also dates back some 64 years. One by one, all six registered voters collected their ballots from election officials, stepped behind a curtain into a booth to mark them and came back to drop them in a box. However, the results are not typically indicative of how an election will end up, given the really small number of voters. Most polling stations in New Hampshire will open between 6:00 am and 8:00 am (local time), on Tuesday. Haley thanks Dixville Notch In a statement reacting to the votes in Dixville Notch, Haley said, “A great start to a great day in New Hampshire.” She added, “Thank you Dixville Notch!” ALSO READ | US presidential election: Nikki Haley questions Trump’s mental fitness after he confused her with Nancy Pelosi The former United Nations Ambassador is the only one standing against the Republican frontrunner after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis dropped out of the race following the Iowa caucuses, where he came distant second following Trump. Notably, the voters in New Hampshire are seen as a more Haley-friendly crowd than what she will witness in other states next month. Additionally, even though Trump has spent less time in New Hampshire juggling one rally a night with court appearances out of state, he is still leading the polls ahead of the election. A Globe/Suffolk/NBC10 poll showed Haley is 19 points behind Trump on the eve of the election. (With inputs from agencies)

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