Trump cuts ties with ex-ally as White House team takes shape
Former president excludes one-time UN ambassador from his future administration team. Political insiders point to deep disagreements about foreign-policy direction as main reason for the split
Donald Trump made it clear that Nikki Haley wont be part of his next White-House team‚ despite her past role as UN ambassador in his first term
Earlier this year their primary-race turned bitter with Haley pushing for strong international engagement: “This is about preventing war — its always been about preventing war“ [[Haley stated during winter campaign]]
The ex-South Carolina governor (who is 52) got support in just two areas; Vermont and DC. After stepping back from the race she gave a not-so-warm backing at the summer convention: “You dont have to agree with Trump 100 per cent of the time to vote for him“ [[Haleyʼs convention statement]]
At her think-tank job since spring Haley keeps speaking against party isolationists; her views on Ukraine support and tough stance on Russia-China relations made her unsuitable for the new America-first focused administration. The foreign-policy expert links recent Mid-East events to what she sees as an anti-US alliance forming worldwide
Many moderate party members see her as a possible 2028 candidate — when Trump cant run again. Possible competition might include:
- JD Vance‚ incoming vice-president
- Donald Trump Jr
- Other MAGA-aligned politicians
With Trump likely getting both House and Senate backing next year his foreign-policy plans face few road-blocks‚ while European allies worry about changes in Ukraine support
