Republican candidates are actively campaigning in Iowa, setting the stage for the first major contest in the 2024 U.S. presidential election against Donald Trump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trump maintains a strong lead over his rivals, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nikki Haley has recently overtaken Ron DeSantis in an Iowa poll, showing increased momentum for her campaign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Only four Republicans are challenging Trump at this early stage, indicating his significant support base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A nationwide Reuters/Ipsos poll shows Trump leading with 49%, Haley at 12%, and DeSantis at 11% . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The extreme cold weather in Iowa, with temperatures expected to drop to -29 °C, might impact campaign events and voter turnout . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trump's candidacy is unique as he is the only U.S. president or former president charged with criminal activity, which he uses to rally support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The rivals are positioning themselves to prevent a rematch between Trump and President Joe Biden in the November vote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Iowans will gather in various locations to debate and rank the candidates, with results typically announced within hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trump continues to claim that his 2020 loss was due to fraud and has focused on retributive promises and controversial rhetoric during his campaign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .