Nikki Haley, a 2024 Republican presidential candidate and former South Carolina governor, expressed support for Sen. Mitch McConnell‘s (R-Ky.) decision to step down, emphasizing the need for fresh leadership within the party and at the White House. What Happened: In a tweet on Thursday, Haley voiced her respect for McConnell’s move to relinquish his Senate role. She highlighted the challenges of serving in such a capacity and acknowledged McConnell’s contributions to the party. Emphasizing the need for new-generation leadership, she vowed to fight for the Republican Party’s foundational princi…