Former UN Ambassador and South Carolina governor Nikki Haley faced an unusual defeat in Nevada's primaries as over 60% of voters chose "None of these candidates" on their ballots, marking her the first presidential candidate to lose to no one since 1975. Haley's lack of interest in Nevada's votes and accusations of a rigged system likely contributed to her embarrassing loss. Despite potentially still being named the Republican primary winner, her defeat holds little consequence as only the caucuses determine delegate allocation. The separate race days and competition between primaries and caucuses confused voters, with former President Donald Trump emerging as the sole candidate in today's caucuses, benefiting from rules that boosted his chances. Haley's decision not to participate in the caucuses, organized by GOP leaders indicted for election-related allegations, reflects her focus on South Carolina's upcoming primary. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden secured a significant victory in Nevada's primary, positioning himself well for the general election. Although Nevada's voting week may not alter party nominations significantly, its implications for the general election underscore the need for viable candidate options beyond "None of these candidates."
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