Nikki Haley's NBC News commentary
The gist
Former UN ambassador Nikki Haley said Trump 'chose the weaker candidate' in some South Carolina races.
Her midterm commentary targets fellow Republicans days before the vote.
How it unfolded
- Nov 1, 2026Haley appears on the Meet the Press panel less than 48 hours before Election Day and says South Carolina 'wants to stay a red state' ahead of the Senate contest for the late Lindsey Graham's seat.
- Nov 1, 2026Haley calls the Alaska ballot situation involving Sen. Dan Sullivan 'deceptive' and 'corrupt,' says she doesn't know if it's illegal, and predicts Mary Peltola will 'pay a price.'
- Nov 3, 2026On Election Day, Haley appears on Meet the Press NOW with former Sen. Jon Tester and says she is watching Maine, where 'Susan Collins has run a great race.'