Staff Reports
Candace Owens, a conservative icon, has formally endorsed tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy for the 2024 Republican primary. Owens had previously expressed a degree of support for Ramaswamy; however, she has since embraced the Ramaswamy train wholeheartedly. Thursday at a rally in Davenport, Iowa, Owens will campaign alongside Ramaswamy in three additional counties, as confirmed by the Daily Mail. Owens will continue to do so throughout the day.
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Owens was dubbed a "conservative powerhouse" by senior adviser to Ramaswamy, Tricia McLaughlin, who also conveyed the team's delight at having her on the campaign trail in Iowa. "No one is outworking Vivek Ramaswamy, and we're ready for him to shock the world on January 15," McLaughlin continued.
Notwithstanding the endorsement of Owens and the considerable campaign endeavors of Ramaswamy in Iowa, his support remains comparatively modest. Real Clear Polling places Ramaswamy at 7.5% in the state, which is a 4-point advantage over former New Jersey governor Chris Christie. Former President Donald Trump leads the field with 52.3% support, followed by former governors of South Carolina and Florida, Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis, respectively.
Owens continues to be unfazed despite censure from some of Trump's most ardent supporters regarding her endorsement. Owens, when confronted with the possibility of offending these supporters, responded, "I'm not overly concerned. Favorite Vivek. I am fond of Trump. There is not much else to elaborate on. "I exist as I do."
In contrast, Ramaswamy appears to be taking great pleasure in the controversy. He humorously anticipated that his alliance with Owens would spark a media frenzy, surmising that it would be attributed to "white supremacy." Ramaswamy has visited all 99 counties in Iowa twice during his campaign, demonstrating his dedication and commitment to connecting with voters despite the obstacles he confronts.
As the 2024 election approaches, it assumes a level of significance that is unprecedented, and contenders such as Ramaswamy are striving to secure an opportunity to effect change. The potential impact of prominent figures' endorsements, such as Candace Owens, on the primary race outcome is yet to be determined. Throughout the nation, as the campaign season approaches, every focus will be on the candidates' ability to overcome obstacles and garner the support of voters.
