Trump wins landslide Iowa victory as DeSantis projected to beat Haley

Donald Trump has secured a commanding victory in the Iowa caucuses, solidifying his position as the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. According to projections from CBS, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis claimed a distant second place, narrowly surpassing former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley.

In a triumphant speech to his supporters, Trump expressed his commitment to addressing global challenges, stating his intention to “straighten up the problems of the world.” 

The Iowa caucuses mark the commencement of the state-by-state contests where Republican voters determine their preferred candidate for the White House.

Despite initial expectations, Haley fell short of securing the second spot, with DeSantis’s vigorous campaign efforts in the state proving successful. Meanwhile, biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy exited the race and threw his support behind Trump. Although Ramaswamy had generated attention in early debates, he struggled to gain substantial traction.

As the race intensifies, the ultimate Republican nominee will go on to face the Democratic candidate, almost certainly Joe Biden, in the upcoming November presidential election.