{"id":2152887,"date":"2024-01-18T15:34:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-18T20:34:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/haley-on-tenterhooks-with-billionaire-donor-ken-langone-you-dont-throw-money-down-a-rat-hole\/"},"modified":"2024-01-18T15:38:07","modified_gmt":"2024-01-18T20:38:07","slug":"haley-on-tenterhooks-with-billionaire-donor-ken-langone-you-dont-throw-money-down-a-rat-hole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/haley-on-tenterhooks-with-billionaire-donor-ken-langone-you-dont-throw-money-down-a-rat-hole\/","title":{"rendered":"Haley anxious about billionaire donor Langone: &#8216;No wasting money"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fhaley-on-tenterhooks-with-billionaire-donor-ken-langone-you-dont-throw-money-down-a-rat-hole%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2152887&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Ken Langone Awaits Primary Results Before Donating to Nikki Haley<\/h2>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Ken Langone, co-founder\u2064 of Home Depot, has revealed that his further donations to \u2064former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley will depend on the outcome of the primary election in New Hampshire\u200c next week.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The billionaire philanthropist, in an interview\u200d with the Financial Times, stated that he \u2064is holding off on making a &#8220;major gift&#8221; to Haley until the results of the first-in-the-nation primary are announced.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;If she doesn&#8217;t gain traction in\u2064 New Hampshire,\u2062 I\u200d won&#8217;t throw money down a rat hole,&#8221; Langone emphasized, referring to the upcoming election on Tuesday.<\/p>\n<p>In December, \u200cLangone publicly endorsed Haley, highlighting her as the best alternative to\u200b former President\u200d Donald Trump and the candidate most likely to defeat President Joe Biden\u2062 in the general election. However, after Trump&#8217;s comfortable victory in\u200b the Iowa caucuses, Langone predicted a Biden-Trump rematch in November and expressed \u200dhis inclination to \u200bvote for the former president if he becomes the GOP nominee.<\/p>\n<p>While Langone may lean \u200btowards supporting Trump when casting his ballot, he strongly criticized the former president&#8217;s actions during the final days of his presidency.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;From Election Day 2020 to Jan. 6, Trump&#8217;s sole\u2062 focus, in my opinion, was himself\u2014not what was good for the country,&#8221; \u2064Langone stated, condemning Trump&#8217;s behavior.<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, Langone \u200cacknowledged that, &#8220;away from the histrionics, away from the drama, away from the lack of decorum,&#8221; Trump did\u200d accomplish some commendable \u2063things.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;My concern is that we need a highly\u2064 competent manager, as well as a \u200bpresident-statesman,&#8221; Langone\u2062 explained. &#8220;That&#8217;s why\u200c I\u2064 am supporting Nikki Haley, as she \u2063comes\u2063 closest to embodying those qualities among all the candidates.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Haley, following her third-place finish in Iowa with 19% of the vote, described the Republican race as a two-person contest between herself and Trump. Trump secured\u2063 a massive lead with 51% of the vote, while Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) trailed behind at\u2062 21%.<\/p>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/exclusive-poll-majority-of-americans-less-likely-to-support-disney-over-woke-politics-firing-of-gina-carano\/\" title=\"EXCLUSIVE POLL: Majority Of Americans Less Likely To Support Disney Over Woke Politics, Firing Of Gina Carano\">recent survey conducted<\/a> by the American Research Group revealed that \u200bHaley and Trump are tied at 40% each among likely Republican primary voters in New Hampshire.<\/p>\n<p>The\u2062 Washington Examiner has reached out to \u2063Haley&#8217;s campaign for a comment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click here to \u2064read\u2063 more\u2063 from The Washington Examiner.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does \u2062the primary election in \u2062New \u2062Hampshire shape\u2064 the trajectory of the\u200c presidential race, and why is Langone cautious about his political giving?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Are known. Langone explained that he wants to see how Haley performs in\u200b the primary before deciding on the amount he will donate to her campaign.<\/p>\n<p>The primary\u2062 election in New Hampshire is a crucial test for all presidential \u2064candidates, as it is the first primary in the nation and \u2062can often shape the trajectory of the race. Langone&#8217;s decision to wait for the primary results \u200dbefore\u2063 making a donation\u200c to Haley demonstrates his\u2063 cautious \u200dapproach to political giving.<\/p>\n<p>Langone has been a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/gop-senators-seek-info-on-biden-halting-state-probe-on-covid-origin\/\" title=\"GOP Senators Seek Info on Biden Halting State Probe on COVID Origin\">long-time supporter<\/a> \u200dof Haley and has previously donated to her campaigns. He praised her leadership qualities, stating that she has the right experience and skills to \u200cbe an effective president. However, he also acknowledged the unpredictability of politics and stressed the \u200bimportance of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-admin-opposes-merit-based-military-promotions-wants-provisions-for-race-and-gender\/\" title=\"Biden Admin Rejects Merit-Based Military Promotions, Advocates for Inclusion of Race and Gender.\">evaluating candidates based<\/a> \u200don their performance in the \u2064primaries.<\/p>\n<p>In the interview, Langone expressed his belief that primaries give candidates the\u200c opportunity to prove\u2062 themselves and demonstrate their ability to connect with voters. \u2062He emphasized that winning the primary \u200bis a significant milestone \u200band can signal a candidate&#8217;s viability and electability.<\/p>\n<p>As a renowned philanthropist, Langone has been involved in various\u200b charitable endeavors throughout his career. He co-founded\u2063 Home Depot and\u200c has since become known for his generous contributions to organizations and causes. His decision to wait for the primary results before making a donation reflects his thoughtful and strategic approach to philanthropy.<\/p>\n<p>In recent years, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/microsoft-will-suspend-donations-to-any-gop-lawmakers-who-challenged-2020-election-results\/\" title=\"Microsoft Will Suspend Donations to Any GOP Lawmakers Who Challenged 2020 Election Results\">political donations<\/a> have become increasingly influential in shaping the direction of elections. Wealthy individuals and corporations\u2062 can play a significant role in supporting \u200ccandidates financially, helping them build strong campaigns and reach a wider audience. Langone&#8217;s decision to wait for the primary results suggests that he wants to ensure his donation has the maximum\u200c impact on Haley&#8217;s\u2063 campaign.<\/p>\n<p>The outcome of the primary in New Hampshire will undoubtedly be crucial\u200c for Haley&#8217;s campaign. A\u2064 strong performance could provide a significant \u200cboost in momentum, while a disappointing result\u200c could dampen her prospects.\u2064 Langone&#8217;s decision to wait and see how Haley fares in the primary before donating further highlights the importance of these results for\u2064 both candidates\u2062 and\u2062 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/dem-cheri-bustos-diverts-post-office-aid-cash-to-own-campaign\/\" title=\"Dem Cheri Bustos Diverts Post Office Aid Cash to Own Campaign\">potential donors<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In \u200dconclusion, Ken Langone&#8217;s decision to await the results of the primary\u200c election in New Hampshire before donating further\u2063 to Nikki Haley demonstrates his cautious approach\u2063 to political giving. While he has been a long-time supporter of Haley, Langone believes it is\u200b essential\u2064 to evaluate a candidate&#8217;s performance\u200c in the primaries before making significant donations. His\u200c thoughtful\u200b and strategic approach reflects his \u200cdedication \u200dto supporting candidates who demonstrate their electability and connection \u2064with voters. As the primary results\u2062 in New Hampshire approach, the outcome will undoubtedly play \u2063a crucial role in shaping Haley&#8217;s campaign and potential future political donations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ken Langone, Home Depot co-founder, will decide on additional donations to Nikki Haley based on New Hampshire&#8217;s primary results. 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