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In the lead-up to the South Carolina primary, former governor and UN envoy Nikki Haley is taking a bold approach by focusing her criticism on Donald Trump's alleged mental health issues. In a recent interview on the Today show with Craig Melvin, Haley expressed concerns about Trump's behavior, comparing it to when she worked with him during her time in his administration. Haley stated, "The problem now is he is not the same person he was in 2016.

He is unhinged; he is more diminished than he was just like Joe Biden’s more diminished than what he was." Drawing parallels between Trump and Biden, she highlighted signs of cognitive decline in both leaders and emphasized the importance of addressing these issues for the nation's sake. During the interview, Haley pointed out specific instances where she believed Trump's behavior raised red flags, such as his response to the white nationalist riot in Charlottesville and his rhetoric about women.

She noted that while she was able to have constructive conversations with him in the past, she now sees a stark contrast in his ability to engage in coherent dialogue. Haley's focus on Trump's mental fitness aligns with tactics used by Trump-aligned Republicans who have questioned Joe Biden's cognitive abilities. She underscored the need for a leader who can tackle the nation's challenges without being hindered by personal issues or mental decline.

As the South Carolina primary approaches, Haley's risky strategy could either revive her campaign or spell its end. She aims to position herself as an alternative to what she sees as two aging and mentally declining candidates, offering voters a candidate who will prioritize the country's interests over drama or personal vendettas. The effectiveness of Haley's approach in influencing voters and shaping the discussion on candidates' mental fitness, particularly Trump's, remains to be seen as the primary nears.