Nikki Haley has reaffirmed her commitment to her presidential bid despite suffering a resounding loss in her home state’s primary election.

Haley, undeterred by the setback, declared, “There are huge numbers of voters in our Republican primaries who are saying they want an alternative,” emphasizing her determination to forge ahead with her campaign. She stood firm on her promise made earlier in the week, stating, “I said earlier this week that no matter what happens in South Carolina, I would continue to run for president. I’m a woman of my word.”

Despite her defeat, Haley’s campaign has managed to attract considerable support from unexpected quarters, including Democratic voters. A CNN poll revealed that only 27 percent of Haley’s backers in New Hampshire identified as Republicans, highlighting her broad appeal across party lines.

Her campaign’s efforts to court Democratic and Biden supporters have been evident, with targeted mailers assuring them of the flexibility to switch party affiliations post-primary.

This trend persisted in South Carolina, with some voters strategically casting their ballots for Haley in a bid to offset support for Trump.

One voter, planning to vote for Biden in the general election, opted to support Haley in the primary to counterbalance Trump’s backing.

Following the conclusion of the South Carolina primary, all eyes are now on the upcoming Republican contest in Michigan on February 27. Despite Haley’s resolve to soldier on, the latest polling averages from FiveThirtyEight indicate a substantial 50-point lead for the former president over his remaining GOP rival, underscoring the daunting challenge ahead for Haley and her campaign team.