Interviews with top Republicans reveal they're watching each other warily ahead of a potential 2024 showdown
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On Wednesday morning, POLITICO posed questions to a Haley spokesperson about her political activities, relationship with Pence, and interest in a future presidential bid. That afternoon, before her office provided a formal response to the inquiry, Haley took to Twitter to“Vice President Pence has been a dear friend of mine for years. He has been a loyal and trustworthy VP to the President,” she added. “He has my complete support.
The White House has pushed back against the idea that Pence will get booted. Trump privately told Pence he was irritated by the Wall Street Journal article, and last weekend the president told reporters he was “very happy” with the vice president and “wouldn't be thinking about” removing him from the ticket.
Pence’s inner circle is convinced Haley is laying the groundwork for a future presidential bid. Since departing the administration late last year, she's crisscrossed the country raising money for down-ballot candidates and conservative groups. Haley has also formed "Stand for America," a political advocacyThe group allows Haley to cultivate major donors and establish the kind of national fundraising network she would need to mount a national campaign.
Nick Ayers has served both Mike Pence and Nikki Haley. Senior Republicans want to see if he ever picks one over the other. | Andrew Harnik/AP Photo
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