Haley says Biden's mind is 'closing up shop' in South Carolina speech

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Presidential candidate Nikki Haley took a swipe at President Biden during a speech on Tuesday and boasted that she has "no fear" of retribution from her Republican primary rival.

Haley noted the growing debate over Biden's mental acuity, saying the Democratic Party has made a strategic mistake by sticking with the 81-year-old president for another election.

"Every time he opens his mouth, he sounds like his mind is closing up shop. The Democrats are getting weaker by holding a coronation for Biden. Republicans will get stronger through a vigorous competition," said Haley.

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She also criticized her own Republican Party for its widespread enthusiasm for former President Trump's attempt at an Oval Office comeback.

Citing both candidates' less-than-ideal performance in public opinion polling, Haley is trying to position herself as a sensible third option.

"Do we really want to spend every day from now until November watching America’s two most disliked politicians duke it out?" Haley said.

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She continued, "I feel no need to kiss the ring, and I have no fear of Trump’s retribution."

Despite poor performances across the board until now — and little hope of clinching