Nicole Shanahan, a Bay Area lawyer and investor, is being considered as a potential running mate for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on his independent presidential ticket. Her emergence as a possible candidate comes amidst speculation about his vice-presidential shortlist, which includes other potential candidates such as Aaron Rodgers and Tricia Lindsay. While there has been media speculation about Shanahan's selection, the official announcement is expected on March 26 in Oakland, Calif.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has approached NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers and former Minnesota governor Jesse Ventura about serving as his running mate on an independent presidential ticket. Both men have welcomed the overtures, with Kennedy confirming that they are at the top of his list. The involvement of Rodgers and Ventura could add star power and independent zeal to Kennedy's outsider bid, with polls showing him pulling roughly equal numbers of votes away from both President Biden and former President Donald J. Trump.
The "No Labels" movement, a national political movement aiming to offer an independent presidential ticket in 2024, has gained ballot access in 10 states, including North Carolina. The State Board of Elections in North Carolina granted official status to the No Labels Party, joining four other recognized parties. The movement, backed by centrist political leaders, plans to offer an independent ticket if major-party nominees are deemed too divisive. While there is no named ticket yet, the movement has reached a historic milestone in providing more choices at the ballot box.
