Former President Donald Trump dominated the Iowa Caucuses Monday evening, leaving little room for his opponents to forge a path forward and make the pitch they are viable candidates.
Regardless, they seem intent on trying and still do have hope, since Iowa only has 40 delegates to offer and it takes 1,215 to win the GOP nomination.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s campaign suffered this week in particular, investing heavily in time and campaign funds in Iowa, his best chance to prove his viability before New Hampshire, where he is expected to lose handily.
DeSantis garnered about 21% support, compared to Trump, who received 51% of the vote. The loss is even tougher for DeSantis’ camp since new national polling from The Center Square’s Voter’s Voice poll and others shows former ambassador Nikki Haley surpassing him in national polling.
