PIERRE, S.D.: South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem took a shot at a Texas school’s food pantry in a move that political strategists said was really aimed at former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, who is seen as a potential rival for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Noem used her gubernatorial Twitter account on Sunday to respond to Haley’s post praising a Texas high school that had set up a food pantry like a grocery store to give dignity to students. The food pantry is supported by a Christian ministry and allows students to purchase groceries with a point system based on family size, behavior and on-campus jobs.
Noem replied to Haley’s tweet by posting a quote from economist Milton Friedman, saying, Theres no such thing as a free lunch. Her response doesn’t mention Haley specifically.
I just see this as a sign of let the games begin, said Alice Stewart, a GOP strategist and commentator.
A spokeswoman for Haley declined to comment on Noems tweet.
Haley, a former…