Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley had quite the eventful time in New Hampshire during the nation’s first primary of 2024. Despite trailing in the polls, Haley received some positive news when voting began in the Tiny Town of Dixville Notch at midnight. With only six voters in Dixville Notch, Haley managed to win the majority, securing four out of the six votes. It may not sound like much, but as they say, a win is a win.
To add to her campaign arsenal, Haley also received the endorsement of the renowned Judge Judy, who declared her support even if Haley were a frog. Notably, the locals showed their support as well, although not everything was political. At a rally, an unexpected incident occurred when a supporter interrupted Haley, leading to an uncomfortable moment.
But her campaign didn’t stop there. One of her biggest donors created a catchy anthem dedicated to Haley, taking inspiration from the popular song “Mickey” by Toni Basil. However, the attempt to create a campaign hit fell flat, leaving many disappointed.
While Haley maneuvered through her campaign in New Hampshire, former President Donald Trump also made his presence felt. In his closing argument, Trump unleashed his unique way with words and declared war on the English language. He depicted a dark and confusing vision of America, referring to it as a “drug-infested crime-ridden nation” incapable of solving even the smallest problems.
Trump’s speech seemed awkward and confusing at times, with references to a missile defense system and a vivid description of its operation. It appeared as if he was watching someone play pinball, with the sounds of “ding ding ding” echoing throughout his speech.
Adding to the excitement, Trump received unexpected help from his lawyer, Rudy Giuliani. Giuliani made an appearance at a diner in New Hampshire, pouring coffee for locals and cheekily asking for “Black Two Sugars” in return for $148 million. He also made an appearance outside a Nikki Haley event, sitting in a parked car, earning him the new nickname of “home.”
Despite the drama surrounding the Republican primary, there was also a Democratic primary in New Hampshire. However, former Vice President Joe Biden, who claimed South Carolina should be the first primary state, was not on the ballot in New Hampshire. He only had a ride-in option, joining the esteemed list of popular ride-in candidates throughout history.
In a peculiar turn of events, a misleading robocall using AI technology imitated Biden’s voice, falsely urging nonpartisan and Democratic voters to save their votes for the November election. The call raised concerns about the rise of political deepfakes and the potential impact they could have on elections.
As the primary season continues, it’s clear that the race for the presidency is heating up. With unexpected endorsements, catchy campaign anthems, and amusing incidents on the campaign trail, the entertainment value of the talk show, “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” certainly doesn’t disappoint. We eagerly await more exciting developments as the political drama unfolds.
