Top 5 Candidates Engage in Heated Debates Over Abortion, TikTok, and Israel-Hamas Conflict

The third Republican presidential debate concluded in Miami on Wednesday night, with five candidates hoping to challenge former President Donald Trump’s lead in the race. The candidates included Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy.

There were several key moments and takeaways from the debate. Vivek Ramaswamy criticized the Republican Party, stating that they had become a party of losers. Nikki Haley responded to Ramaswamy’s comment with a swipe, calling him “scum.”

Despite the lively exchanges, it is unlikely that the debate significantly altered the dynamics of the GOP race. Trump remains the frontrunner, while DeSantis has seen a decline in support and Haley has experienced a modest rise. The remaining candidates are considered irrelevant at this point. The primary race is expected to be a war of attrition, with candidates vying for enough money and momentum from Iowa and New Hampshire to stay in the race in case Trump’s viability changes.

Overall, the debate did not have a substantial impact on the race, with the only standout moment being the heated exchange between Haley and Ramaswamy. The next GOP debate is scheduled for December 6th.