Gov. Burgum Defends Trump, Eyes VP Spot

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, a potential running mate for Donald Trump, stated that the 2024 election will not be influenced by Trump's conviction in the New York "hush money" trial. Burgum argued that Americans are more concerned with issues like inflation rather than the trial's outcome. Despite a CBS News poll showing mixed public opinion on the trial's fairness, Burgum and other Republicans continue to support Trump, dismissing claims of bias. Burgum also denied reports that Trump solicited $1 billion from oil executives in exchange for regulatory favors.