FORMER President Donald Trump was the first to announce his intent to run in the 2024 elections, but now others are beginning to come forward. Known as a Trump supporter, Nikki Haley is now announced as his competition, with the former vice-president Mike Pence and Florida governor Ron Desantis expected to announce their bids for the top job soon. Photos: Charlie Neibergall (Pence)/Wilfredo Lee (DeSantis)/Mic Smith (Haley)/Alex Brandon (Trump)/AP