Republican showdown; GOP candidates heat up the 2024 Presidential Campaign trail in New Hampshire

WASHINGTON (NBC / KYMA, KECY-TV) - Top Republican rivals take to a showdown on the campaign trail in New Hampshire today. Tensions boil as front runner Former President Trump dominates, with a 51% lead in the polls over several major Republican candidates.

New Hampshire plays a critical role in the campaign movement as underdog, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis takes aim at dethroning Trumps power in the polls. Presidential hopefuls are criss-crossing early voting states hoping to make a deep impact with voters.

A stiff challenge, for top GOP rival DeSantis, weighing heavy on the legal baggage Trump faces, claiming it could take a sharp turn in the 2024 election. New Hampshire is the first primary state for Republicans and has historically provided a bump to the winning candidate.