THE DAUGHTER of politician Nikki Haley, Rena grew up in South Carolina alongside her brother, Nalin.
Like most people her age, Rena Haley is active on social media– garnering some unwanted attention after Vivek Ramaswamy mentioned her internet usage during the third GOP debate in 2023.
Who is Nikki Haley’s daughter, Rena?
Rena Haley was born in South Carolina on June 8, 1998, to parents Nikki and Michael Haley.
In 2021, she graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Rena is a registered pediatric nurse and lives in Greenville, South Carolina, according to her LinkedInprofile.
She is active on multiple social media platforms, including TikTok and X, formerly known as Twitter.
Her TikTok account came under fire during the Republican debate in Miami on November 8, 2023, after presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy commented on Nikki Haley’s family using the app.
“In the last debate, [Nikki Haley] made fun of me for actually joining TikTok, while her own daughter was actually using the app for a long time,” Ramaswamy said.
“So, you might want to take care of your family first.”
Nikki responded: “Leave my daughter out of your voice. You’re just scum.”
When did Rena Haley get married?
Rena married her longtime boyfriend, Joshua Jackson, on April 15, 2023.
As reported by Insider, the wedding took place at a golf resort on Kiawah Island, which lies off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina.
According to Rena’s Instagram, she and Joshua began dating in December 2018.
The two were engaged in July 2022.
Joshua is reportedly a math teacher and football coach.
He also played football for Clemson.
Why did Nikki Haley drop out of the presidential election?
On Wednesday, March 6, 2024, Nikki Haley formally suspended her presidential campaign.
At a South Carolina press conference, Nikki informed voters of her decision to step down and the reasoning behind it.
“Just over a year ago, I launched my campaign for president,” she said.
“When I began, I said the campaign is grounded in my love for the country.”
Nikki continued: “But the time has now come to suspend my campaign. I said I wanted Americans to have their voices heard, I have done that.
“I have no regrets, and although I will no longer be a candidate, I will not stop using my voice for the things I believe in.”
During Super Tuesday’s primary election, Nikki lost every state but one: Vermont.
She did not endorse candidate Donald Trump.