Nikki Haley

The Liberty Score is a rating system assessing how closely an individual’s views align with core Libertarian principles. Scores are based on a 0-100 scale, with 100 representing a fully Libertarian position and 0 representing complete opposition to Libertarian values. The grading criteria include:

Personal Freedom (25 points): Support for individual rights in personal choices, including medical freedom, privacy, and bodily autonomy.
Economic Freedom (25 points): Advocacy for a free-market economy, low taxation, and minimal government interference in business.
Limited Government (25 points): Commitment to reducing the size and scope of government, limiting regulatory power, and upholding states’ rights.
Non-Intervention (25 points): Opposition to unnecessary foreign entanglements, support for a non-interventionist foreign policy, and minimal military presence abroad.

Each category will be scored, then averaged to form the individual’s overall Liberty Score, providing a clear snapshot of their alignment with Libertarian ideals. Grades are provided by AI

Not Selected for Any Cabinet Position

Status: Denied by Campaign

Liberty Score: 45

Warhawk Status: WARHAWK

Liberty Score Assessment:

Personal Freedom (10/25): Nikki Haley has supported legislation that increases surveillance and data collection in the name of national security, which raises concerns about individual privacy rights.
Economic Freedom (15/25): While Haley advocates for free-market principles, she has supported certain government interventions, such as subsidies for specific industries, indicating a mixed stance on economic freedom.
Limited Government (10/25): Her support for expansive national security measures and certain economic interventions suggests a preference for a more active government role in these areas.
Non-Intervention (10/25): Haley has consistently supported military interventions and a robust U.S. presence abroad, aligning with a more interventionist foreign policy stance.

Bio:

Nikki Haley, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and former Governor of South Carolina, was confirmed by Donald Trump as not being considered for a cabinet role in his upcoming administration. Trump publicly expressed appreciation for Haley’s past service but clarified that she would not be joining his cabinet. Haley had served as UN Ambassador from 2017 to 2018, where she advocated for a strong U.S. presence on the international stage and frequently addressed issues involving Israel and North Korea. Although Haley endorsed Trump after suspending her own 2024 presidential campaign, Trump’s decision reflects a move to shape his administration with new faces.

Career Highlights:

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (2017–2018): Represented the United States, strongly supporting Israel and addressing North Korean sanctions.
Governor of South Carolina (2011–2017): Led her state through economic reforms, disaster recovery, and education initiatives.
Presidential Candidate (2024): Ran in the 2024 Republican primary before endorsing Trump after exiting the race.
Foreign Policy Advocate: Known for her assertive stance on U.S. leadership globally, advocating for diplomacy backed by strong U.S. defense policies.

Trump’s Statement on Haley’s Exclusion:

In a recent statement, Trump said, “I will not be inviting former Ambassador Nikki Haley, or former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, to join the Trump Administration, which is currently in formation. I very much enjoyed and appreciated working with them previously, and would like to thank them for their service to our Country. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”

This announcement signals Trump’s intent to form a new cabinet lineup, focusing on individuals aligned with his current priorities and vision for a second term.