GOP Primary Debate Focused on Serious National Security Issues, Trump's Absence Noted

Candidates Haley and DeSantis emerge as top contenders in less crowded field; foreign policy dominates discussion in stark contrast to usual Trump-led rhetoric.

• The GOP Primary Debate centered on national security and foreign policy themes, marking a shift from previous debates often dominated by Donald Trump. Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis stood out as top contenders in the less crowded field.
• During the debate, candidates addressed grave issues including Israel's war with Hamas, antisemitism, tensions with Russia and Ukraine, China's military aggression and the fentanyl crisis at the southern border.
• Instead of resorting to personal attacks or frivolous rhetoric often associated with Trump-led political discourse, the candidates engaged in serious discussions on pressing security issues and their implications for America's future.
• The two top contenders, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley, were seen criticising each other's records on China. They also expressed unambiguous support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas.
• While Trump's absence was noted, the Republican Party candidates used the opportunity to focus on presenting their own foreign policy perspectives and national security strategies. Despite harsh words exchanged on stage, the debate was considerably less heated and more substantive than previous ones.

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