2024 Presidential Hopefuls Battle to Break Free from Trump's Shadow

The latest Republican debate showcased the fierce competition among potential candidates for the 2024 presidential election, as they fought to emerge from the shadow of former President Donald Trump.

Vivek Ramaswamy's Jab at Nikki Haley's Daughter Ignites Heated Exchange

The rivalry between former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy reached new heights during the debate, when Ramaswamy made a biting comment about Haley's daughter. Haley fired back, calling him 'scum' and warning him not to involve her family.

TikTok Ban Sparks Controversy

During the debate, Haley and other candidates, including South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, advocated for a nationwide ban of the Chinese-owned app TikTok. Ramaswamy retaliated by revealing that Haley's daughter was a TikTok user, prompting Haley to criticize him for targeting her family.

Debate Covers Foreign Policy and Israel-Palestine Conflict

The majority of the debate focused on foreign policy, particularly the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine. Haley expressed support for Israel and urged the nation to take action against Hamas, while emphasizing that American troops should not be involved on the ground in Gaza. Scott also voiced support for Israel and called for action against Iran.

DeSantis Criticizes Trump, Calls for a Ban on TikTok

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, once considered a front-runner, criticized Trump for increasing the national debt and failing to secure funding for a border wall. DeSantis also joined Chris Christie in vowing to ban TikTok if he were to become president.

Ramaswamy's Controversial Statements and Moderator Criticism

Ramaswamy caused a stir by claiming there was a "cancer" within the Republican Party and suggesting that Tesla CEO Elon Musk, podcaster Joe Rogan, and former Fox News host Tucker Carlson should moderate future debates. He also questioned the relevance and effectiveness of the ongoing Ukraine war.

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