Republican Debate Trivia Quiz

Governor Ron DeSantis, former ambassador Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy, former governor Chris Christie

University of Alabama

90 seconds to answer questions, 60 seconds to give a rebuttal at the moderator's discretion

Governor DeSantis is facing challenges despite high campaign spending and momentum, and he emphasizes his record of beating the left and delivering results.

Nikki Haley has faced criticism for her ties with banks and billionaires, potentially alienating the working-class base. She defends her conservative record and willingness to accept support from corporate donors.

The heated exchange between DeSantis and Haley was over transgender issues, with DeSantis accusing Haley of opposing a bill to prohibit sex change operations on minors. Haley clarified her stance on the issue, emphasizing the need for age restrictions.

The candidate accused their opponent of being influenced by Wall Street donors with interests in China, and claimed donor ties to Chinese companies and subsidies in exchange for campaign donations. The opponent denied the accusations, claiming they have a record of standing up to China and accused the candidate of lying. The candidate highlighted the link between fentanyl and labs in Wuhan, China, and proposed a tougher stance on China to address the issue. They also advocated for holding China accountable for fentanyl and the COVID-19 pandemic, and emphasized the need for a strong stance against China to force compliance with international rules.

The main points discussed included blaming the Federal Reserve for high mortgage rates, addressing supply issues affecting home prices, and advocating for opening up the economy, addressing supply chain issues, and reducing debt and spending to make homeownership more affordable. The challenges faced by younger Americans in achieving homeownership were also emphasized.

Inflation was highlighted as a top concern for American voters, with a focus on its impact on the working class. The debate also touched on the economic policies of former President Trump and the impact of debt on mortgage prices.

Governor DeSantis proposed sending military to the border with orders to shoot if they believe there is Fentanyl, categorizing drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, building a wall across the southern border, and taxing remittances to fund it. Ambassador Haley pledged to deport all illegal immigrants under Biden's watch, stop incentives for illegal immigration, send special operations to take out cartels, and implement the Remain in Mexico policy.

The candidate accused Trump of allowing Fentanyl to continue coming over from China and not addressing harmful actions by China. The candidate also criticized Haley for her past dealings with China and accused her of allowing Chinese infiltration.

Candidates displayed inconsistent behavior in debates, attacking competitors, changing tune, making personal insults, and criticizing each other for their past actions and policies.

The criticisms and concerns included characterizing Trump's policies as seeking retribution, concerns about his conduct and support despite allegations of federal felonies, and the aggressive nature of his immigration policies and rhetoric.

Amb. Haley emphasized the need to restrict immigration from countries with terrorist activities, shifting the focus from religion to national security. She also highlighted the threat posed by communist China, Iran, and Russia, advocating for limits on legal immigration and warning against importing people from cultures hostile to the U.S.

Gov. Christie proposed utilizing provision 287(g) to enforce immigration laws and emphasized the ability to deport illegal immigrants. In contrast, Donald Trump's plan to seal the southern border and conduct the largest deportation operation in U.S. history was criticized as a pursuit of retribution and an angry, bitter agenda.