The Iowa Caucuses Are More Important Than Ever, Thanks to Trump
The first-in-the-nation contest will make or break presidential campaigns.
In this year’s presidential election, the Iowa caucuses are crucial — marking the first shot for Republican challengers to Donald Trump to undermine his position as the party's standard-bearer.
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are hoping that a strong showing Monday will convince Republicans in later races that they are viable alternatives to the former president. A blowout performance from Trump, however, will further cement the sense of inevitability of a November rematch with President Joe Biden.