Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley has criticized party leaders for their lack of impartiality in her campaign against Donald Trump. Speaking on NBC's Meet the Press, Haley, a former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, expressed concerns about Trump becoming increasingly "unhinged" as the Republican presidential nomination contest unfolds. Despite trailing behind Trump in the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire, Haley emphasized that winning the upcoming South Carolina primary on February 24 was not mandatory for her continuation in the race. She highlighted the need to demonstrate momentum and strength in her home state.

Haley accused the Republican National Committee (RNC) of not being an honest broker, particularly in their reluctance to declare Trump the presumptive nominee. The RNC had stepped back from the proposal amid Trump's opposition. Haley stressed the importance of allowing the democratic process to unfold and criticized the RNC's attempt to prematurely influence the nomination.

As Trump and Haley engage in verbal sparring, with age-related comments being exchanged, Haley contends that Trump's legal challenges, including criminal charges related to overturning the 2020 election, will distract him. Despite the ongoing legal issues, Haley maintains that her motivation to stay in the race is not rooted in court cases but rather in challenging Trump's leadership. The dynamics within the Republican Party continue to evolve as Haley strives to gain momentum against the frontrunner, Donald Trump.