The Republican candidates for the 2024 presidential election are actively participating in primaries and caucuses to secure the party's nomination. Notable contenders include former President Donald Trump, who launched his campaign in November 2022 and remains focused on baseless election fraud claims. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, emphasizing cultural clashes and a hardline stance during the COVID-19 pandemic, is also in the race. Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley prioritizes economic responsibility and national security. Tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, known for opposing "woke" ideology, and former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who openly challenges Trump, are also competing. Other candidates like former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson have criticized Trump, while several, including North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, conservative talk radio host Larry Elder, and former Vice President Mike Pence, have withdrawn from the race.
