Donald Trump wins New Hampshire primary - Now what?

Summary

Donald Trump wins the New Hampshire Republican primary, beating Nikki Haley 55% to 44% in a double-digit victory that exceeds expectations. Haley vows to continue her campaign, while Trump criticizes her for prematurely declaring victories. Joe Biden skips campaigning in New Hampshire but still wins the Democratic primary as a write-in, though Dean Phillips has a strong second-place showing. As snow falls, the race increasingly looks like it will be Trump vs Biden for president.

Takeaways

• 😀 Donald Trump wins New Hampshire GOP primary, beating Nikki Haley
• 😊 Trump got 55% of vote vs 44% for Haley, an 11 point margin
• 🤔 Haley vows to stay in the race despite the loss
• 🧐 Experts thought Trump would win by more, but NH leans moderate
• 🔎 Big turnout in NH primary, focused on economy, immigration, social issues
• 👀 Race now seen as Trump vs Biden for November election
• 😞 Biden skipped campaigning in NH but still won Dem primary as write-in
• 😡 Trump takes shots at Haley in victory speech for falsely claiming Iowa win
• ❄️ Snow falls heavy in NH on primary night but doesn't affect voting turnout
• 🎉 NH proud of its first in the nation primary status

Q & A

Who won the New Hampshire primary?

Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary, beating Nikki Haley. The vote was 55% for Trump and 44% for Haley.

What was Nikki Haley's reaction to the results?

Nikki Haley vowed to continue on in the race, saying that New Hampshire was not the last state to vote and the race was far from over.

What state did Nikki Haley say votes next?

Nikki Haley said that her home state of South Carolina votes next.

What did Trump say about Nikki Haley's Iowa results?

Trump said Haley incorrectly claimed victory in Iowa when she actually came in third place.

Who is considered Trump's likely Democratic opponent?

Joe Biden is considered Trump's likely Democratic opponent in the general election.

Did Joe Biden campaign in New Hampshire?

No, Joe Biden skipped campaigning in New Hampshire.

Who came in second place among Democrats in New Hampshire?

Dean Phillips, a Minnesota congressman, came in second place among Democrats.

Will Joe Biden get any delegates from New Hampshire?

No, since Biden skipped campaigning in New Hampshire, he will not get any delegates.

What was the weather like in New Hampshire on primary night?

It was snowing heavily in New Hampshire on primary night.

Is New Hampshire's first in the nation status in jeopardy?

Maybe. Since Democrats skipped the New Hampshire primary this year, some feel its first in the nation status could be threatened going forward.