Donald Trump remains the top choice for the Republican presidential nominee so far after winning the New Hampshire primary on Tuesday with over 54% of the vote.

Several polls had Trump and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley within striking distance of each other going into the primary; however, Haley came in a distant second with 43% of the vote, many of which were reportedly cast by Democrats trying to hurt Trump's chances, according to CNN exit polling.

Several of Alabama's congressional delegation congratulated Trump on another big primary win after his strong showing in Iowa last week.

"Congratulations to President Donald Trump for his historic victory in New Hampshire tonight," U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) posted on X. "The results after the first two primaries make it clear that it is time for Republicans to unite behind him and focus on the main priority of defeating Joe Biden. Our country can't afford four more years of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris."

"Congratulations Mr. President," U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) said. "Another step toward becoming #47."

"Congratulations to President Trump for another huge victory tonight!" U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) said. "We all need to unite behind him and kick Joe Biden out of the White House this November."

Calls for Haley to drop out of the race so the GOP's political energy can be focused on Trump defeating Biden have only gotten louder following her defeat in New Hampshire and unfavorable polling in her home state.

"Down 40 at home... #MAGA," U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) posted to X.

"Wait until you see what he does to South Carolina's former governor in South Carolina. #MAGA," he said in another post.

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