Former US President Donald Trump won a decisive victory in the Iowa caucuses, securing over half the votes and reinforcing his position as the front-runner for the 2024 presidential nomination, Reuters reports.
The Iowa caucuses saw a lower turnout compared to previous years due to life-threatening cold. Trump secured 51% of the votes, a 30-point lead over his rivals. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis finished second with 21%, while former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley garnered 19%.
Trump’s significant margin of victory in Iowa, despite facing criminal charges and legal challenges, emphasizes his popularity among Republican voters.
Both DeSantis and Haley pledged to continue their campaigns. The candidates now move to New Hampshire, with Trump maintaining a small lead in polls.
