"Nikki Haley Emerges as a Strong Contender Against Trump"

Former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley, who once served in the Trump administration, is gaining support from Trump-skeptical Republicans and becoming the standard-bearer of the "Never Trump" movement. Haley has drawn a surge in support from donors and organizers in early voting states, and is now polling ahead of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in New Hampshire and South Carolina. However, Haley still faces challenges in a party dominated by Trump, and her path to the nomination remains narrow. She is attempting to appeal to both the MAGA base and the rest of the Republican Party, while also drawing support from "Maybe Trump" voters who are interested in alternative candidates. Haley's campaign is leading in ad reservations, with plans to spend $10 million on advertising in Iowa and New Hampshire.