OnPolitics: GOP debate's top takeaways and noteworthy moments

Yes, Nikki Haley called Vivek Ramaswamy 'scum'

Advertisement Read in browser Read in browser On Politics Thu Nov 9 2023 Marina Pitofsky | Associate Editor/Politics Hi there OnPolitics readers! Five Republican presidential candidates faced off in Miami last night during the third GOP primary debate.   No, Donald Trump wasn't there. Yes, one candidate called another candidate "scum." Let's look at some of the top takeaways from the event from USA TODAY's Phillip M. Bailey and Joey Garrison.   Republicans bemoan GOP losses: Gov. Ron DeSantis, debating on his home turf in Florida, brought up the poor showing in Tuesday's elections. The GOP failed to win the governor's race in Kentucky, lost control of the Virginia Legislature and got walloped on abortion rights in Ohio.  Vivek Ramaswamy vs. Nikki Haley: Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy came out swinging, calling out former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley over her daughter's apparent use of TikTok, the popular video app that drew harsh criticism on the debate stage. "Leave my daughter out of your voice," Haley replied. "You're just scum."  GOP hopefuls split on Biden's Ukraine funding plan: President Joe Biden's request for $60 billion in additional security assistance for Ukraine divided the GOP candidates on stage, reflecting growing opposition amongst conservatives while more hawkish Republicans in Congress support the idea.  Read more here: 7 takeaways from the GOP debate in Miami  Stay in the know on politics: Sign up for the OnPolitics newsletter   Biden leads Trump but trails Haley, DeSantis in pivotal Wisconsin: Poll Republican rivals Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley fare better than Trump in the Marquette's poll of head to head matchups with President Joe Biden. READ MORE Advertisement Trump towers in 2024 GOP polls – and early primary state voters appear unwavering Former President Donald Trump is dominating other GOP contenders by over 30 points in polls. Even his least fervent supporters may be unlikely to back other candidates. READ MORE Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes to impeach Homeland Security secretary Conservative firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene is forcing the House to vote on impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas READ MORE Steve Bannon seeks to overturn conviction for defying Jan. 6 subpoena Steve Bannon, a political strategist for Donald Trump, to urge federal appeals court to overturn his conviction for defying a congressional subpoena. READ MORE Joe Manchin, the centrist West Virginia Democrat, will not seek reelection Sen. Joe Manchin, the centrist Democrat from West Virginia, announced Thursday he will not run for re-election to the U.S. Senate in 2024. READ MORE Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ Advertisement Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •  Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •  Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •   Privacy Notice  •  Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback