"The GOP Debate Divide: Winners, Losers, and the Absentee Contender"

Former President Donald Trump, who skipped all four Republican presidential primary debates, appears to be the real winner as he remains the commanding frontrunner in the GOP nomination race. Despite efforts from candidates like Chris Christie to criticize Trump, the former president emerged relatively unscathed. Nikki Haley has gained momentum in recent months and is positioning herself as the clear alternative to Trump, surpassing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in polls. The future of Republican National Committee-hosted debates remains uncertain.