Haley ridicules DeSantis for trying to please Trump, attempts to sabotage his Iowa prospects
The Battle for Iowa: Nikki Haley Super PAC Releases Ad Portraying Ron DeSantis as a “Suck Up” to Trump
The leading pro-Nikki Haley super PAC is pulling out all the stops to give the former U.N. ambassador an advantage over Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in Iowa. Their latest move is a $1.6 million ad buy that paints the Florida governor as a “suck up” to former President Donald Trump.
The Stand For America PAC, backing Haley, hopes to sway undecided voters with this ad, which features audio of a crowd chanting “who’s your daddy” while images of Trump and DeSantis flash across the screen. The ad also includes footage from DeSantis’s 2018 campaign, highlighting his alignment with Trump’s slogan “Make America Great Again.”
At the end of the ad, a powerful message appears: “America needs strength. Not a suck up.”
PAC spokeswoman Brittany Yanick emphasizes that Haley is the candidate who can move past the drama of the past eight years and lead America into a strong and secure future. The ad will air in Iowa ahead of the caucuses, following Haley and DeSantis’s recent debate where they both took shots at Trump.
While Trump maintains a steady lead among GOP voters, Haley has gained ground in the polls in Iowa. A recent poll shows her with a 7-point lead over DeSantis, indicating that the final decision may come down to independent and undecided voters at the caucuses.
Key Points:
- The leading pro-Nikki Haley super PAC is making a last-ditch effort to help her gain an edge over Ron DeSantis in Iowa.
- The PAC released a $1.6 million ad portraying DeSantis as a “suck up” to Trump.
- The ad features audio of a crowd chanting “who’s your daddy” and footage from DeSantis’s 2018 campaign.
- A message at the end of the ad states, “America needs strength. Not a suck up.”
- Haley’s supporters are looking to cut DeSantis off at the knees before the caucuses begin.
- Haley has gained ground in the polls in Iowa, with a 7-point lead over DeSantis.
- The final decision may come down to independent and undecided voters at the caucuses.
What criticisms does the super PAC level against DeSantis in their ad, and how do they aim to portray him to voters?
R potential Republican rivals in the 2024 presidential race. With the Iowa caucuses just around the corner, the battle for support in this critical battleground state is in full swing. In an attempt to undermine one of Haley’s potential competitors, the super PAC has recently released an ad portraying Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as a “suck up” to former President Donald Trump.
The ad, titled ”Suck-Up,” begins with a montage of clips featuring DeSantis endlessly praising Trump during his tenure as president. The super PAC then goes on to paint DeSantis as a politician who is more concerned with pleasing Trump than serving the interests of the American people. The narrator suggests that DeSantis’ close alignment with Trump is a strategic move to secure the former president’s endorsement, rather than a genuine reflection of his beliefs.
The ad attempts to further tarnish DeSantis’ image by highlighting controversial decisions made during his tenure as governor. It criticizes his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, accusing him of prioritizing Trump’s political agenda over public health and safety. The super PAC suggests that DeSantis’ unwavering loyalty to Trump could have dire consequences for the American people if he were to become president.
Pushing the narrative that DeSantis lacks independence and critical thinking, the ad questions whether he can be trusted to make decisions in the best interest of the nation. It argues that his deference to Trump suggests a lack of leadership and willingness to blindly follow others, rather than being guided by his own principles and convictions.
This ad represents a clear attempt by the pro-Nikki Haley super PAC to weaken DeSantis’ standing among Republican voters, particularly in Iowa. By characterizing him as a “suck up” to Trump, they aim to undermine his credibility and portray him as someone who is beholden to the former president’s influence. In doing so, they hope to position Haley as a more independent and principled alternative, appealing to voters who may be looking for a break from the Trump era.
The battle for Iowa is crucial for Haley, as it sets the tone for the rest of the primary season and can significantly impact voter perception nationwide. By releasing this ad, her super PAC is making a strategic move to gain an edge over potential rivals, such as DeSantis, in the race for Republican nomination.
It remains to be seen how effective this ad will be in swaying voters in Iowa. While some may be receptive to the narrative presented, others may view it as a desperate attempt to tarnish DeSantis’ reputation without offering substantial evidence. The ad could also backfire, galvanizing DeSantis’ supporters and reinforcing their belief in his alignment with Trump’s policies.
Regardless of the ad’s impact, it highlights the intensity of the battle for Iowa and the lengths to which super PACs are willing to go to influence the outcome. As the campaigns continue to evolve and candidates jockey for advantage, it will be interesting to observe how the narratives around each contender develop and whether they resonate with voters in this critical battleground state.
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