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Many people are talking about which candidates are the most likely to run for President in 2024. But, according to a recent survey, these are a few of the most likely to win in the coming years.

Donald Trump

A group of Republican megadonors is backing a new crop of GOP presidential contenders for 2024. Donald Trump is among them. The list of potential candidates includes former Vice President Mike Pence, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, and former governors Ted Cruz and Greg Abbott. Many of these hopefuls have begun networking with Republican leaders in critical states. Some have already taken to the airwaves, testing their campaign messages. Others haven't yet announced plans for a White House bid. As the potential presidential field continues to develop, there's some speculation about whether Trump is still the favorite for the nomination. That's especially true in light of a recent survey from the New York Times and Siena College. According to the poll, about one-third of Republicans would support a candidate other than Donald Trump in a head-to-head matchup. But that figure isn't likely to translate to a real contest.

Ron DeSantis

The news that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is considering a run for President in 2024 has been greeted with a lot of skepticism. But there's a good chance he'll be the top choice among Republicans if he runs. A recent New York Times and Siena College survey suggests that DeSantis would be the leading candidate if Trump dropped out of the race. However, several other potential candidates were included in the poll, including former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, former Vice President Mike Pence, and former CIA Director and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Even though DeSantis won a landslide election, he is still far from a sure thing of winning a primary. His support is so low that some bookmakers put him at odds with Trump. There is also the possibility that Trump could release some unflattering information about DeSantis if he enters the race. But, as far as candidates go, DeSantis is the only one who has the best shot of beating Trump in a primary.

Mike Pence

If you are one of the many Republicans who support former Vice President Mike Pence, you may wonder whether you should also help him in the race to win the White House in 2024. According to Morning Consult's tracking of potential 2024 GOP voters, the former Vice President is the second most popular candidate among his party's followers, with 9% of possible voters backing him. However, Pence will face a more challenging battle for a White House bid than his fellow former vice presidents. As a conservative evangelical, Pence would benefit from high name recognition. But how does he stand up to Donald Trump's staunch supporters? Although many potential candidates could make a run for the White House in 2024, many haven't spoken much about their plans. And while the following officials have filed exploratory committees, they haven't declared a presidential candidacy yet. One candidate who has already made a splash on the political scene is Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida. He has raised nearly $67 million for his political committee and has been to several events. He's a conservative darling, and his campaign has racked up contributions from all 50 states.

Chris Christie

Chris Christie, the former New Jersey governor, has been named to a list of Republicans most likely to run for President in 2024. He is considered a moderate voice within the Republican party. While many have dismissed him as a candidate, Christie argues that his record as governor demonstrates that he can be effective. Christie has urged Republican voters to focus on the future. Specifically, he argues that Republicans need more voices of reason. And he has been one of the few Republicans to speak out against Trump's false claims of voter fraud in the 2020 elections.

Nikki Haley

Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina governor, has been the talk of the town lately. She is a significant figure in the potential 2024 presidential race. The former ambassador to the United Nations has made stops in Iowa and New Hampshire. Haley has a long history with the Trump administration. She served as her governor from 2011 to 2017, and he appointed her to replace Jim DeMint in 2012. In 2010, Haley faced Gresham Barrett in a runoff election. Although Haley did not receive the required 50 percent plus one vote, she garnered a substantial portion. Haley has been an ardent supporter of the Trump administration, even calling him her "friend" in January of 2021. But she has also criticized the President's actions. For example, this year, she questioned the President's willingness to accept the results of the 2020 election. At the same time, Haley has not officially announced her presidential ambitions. However, a recent poll found that nearly half of the state's Republican voters think Haley should run for President in 2024.

Senator Ted Cruz is among the most likely Republicans to run in 2024. He's made some recent comments about his support for President Trump's campaign, but he hasn't made any official announcements about a bid. Another possible 2024 candidate is former Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley. Hawley, a Republican, has a reputation for stirring up culture wars. But many Democrats say they're not impressed.

Former Secretary of State John Bolton is also a possible candidate. He argued that having a foreign policy background could help him better position the United States internationally. However, whether he has the chops to beat Trump in a head-to-head matchup is unclear.

Mike Pompeo

Despite a lack of official announcements, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are gaining momentum as potential presidential candidates. In addition, former U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley are also considered possible contenders. However, former Secretary of State and CIA Director Mike Pompeo has yet to decide whether to run.

Kristie Noem

Kristi Noem 33rd Governor of South Dakota Incumbent Assumed office January 5, 2019, Lieutenant Larry Rhoden Preceded by Dennis Daugaard Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Dakota's at-large district In office January 3, 2011 - January 3, 2019, Preceded by Stephanie Herseth Sandlin Succeeded by Dusty Johnson.

The Republican Party is now preparing for its 2024 presidential primaries. Those primaries will take place in all 50 states and five territories, with the winner tasked with winning the nomination. Some national polls have shown Trump and DeSantis leading in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup, though neither is formally declaring a run.

Meanwhile, other Republicans who may have a shot at beating Trump are launching their campaigns. For instance, former Texas solicitor general Glenn Youngkin aims at the culture wars. But, unfortunately, he is also a big money donor. Other contenders include Senator Tim Scott, R-S.C., and Illinois governor JB Pritzker. They are all looking to take advantage of the GOP's midterm mess and steal voters away from Trump.

The Republican Party is already organizing its caucus system and plans to hold its nominating convention in the District of Columbia between February and June 2024. Following the nomination, a primary will be held in all 50 U.S. states and territories, and the winner will receive the party's presidential nomination.