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Trump Intensifies Search for 2024 VP Candidates

Former President Donald Trump is actively vetting potential vice presidential candidates, focusing on Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, and Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance. The vetting process includes financial background checks, and other candidates like New York Rep. Elise Stefanik and Florida Rep. Byron Donalds are also being considered. The final decision remains uncertain, with Trump having the ultimate say.

via CBS News|

#2024-election #donald-trump #doug-burgum

politics1 year ago•14 min saved

Trump's VP Shortlist Narrows: Top Contenders Revealed

Former President Donald Trump, the likely GOP nominee for the 2024 election, is considering several Republicans as potential running mates. Contenders include South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, New York Rep. Elise Stefanik, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, and others. Trump's selection process resembles a reality show, with candidates showcasing their loyalty and political strengths. The chosen vice presidential nominee could significantly influence the future of the MAGA movement and appeal to moderate voters. Trump plans to announce his pick during the Republican National Convention in July.

via NPR|

#2024-election #donald-trump #gop

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Trump Campaign Intensifies VP Search

Former President Donald Trump's campaign has started vetting potential vice presidential candidates, sending paperwork to top contenders such as North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance, and South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott. The list is fluid and evolving, with Trump expected to make his final decision closer to the Republican National Convention in July.

via The Associated Press|

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politics1 year ago•5 min saved

"VP Speculation Heats Up: RFK Jr. and Aaron Rodgers in the Running"

The vice presidential picks for the 2024 election are gaining increased significance, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. set to announce his running mate later this month and speculation about former President Donald Trump’s eventual running mate already underway. The potential impact of VP choices is heightened due to the ages of President Joe Biden and Trump, legal challenges faced by Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris's popularity. The VP nominees could play a larger role in shaping the race for the White House in 2024, with Kennedy's ability to qualify for the ballot also hinging on his running mate.

via NBC News|

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politics1 year ago•4 min saved

"Behind Closed Doors: The Secret Shift from Trump to Pence"

As the GOP presidential primary nears its end, several Republican politicians are quietly seeking advice from former Vice President Mike Pence's team on how to position themselves as potential running mates for Donald Trump. Despite public posturing against Pence, these politicians are seeking guidance on how to navigate the vetting process and gain favor within Trump's orbit. While openly campaigning for the vice presidency is considered poor form, behind-the-scenes maneuvering and backchanneling with Pence allies are underway, signaling the intense competition for the coveted spot on the ballot beneath Trump.

via POLITICO|

#donald-trump #gop #mike-pence

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"VP Speculation Heats Up: Trump's Contenders Audition in Hotly Contested GOP Primary"

The GOP is abuzz with speculation over potential vice presidential candidates for the 2024 election, with former President Trump teasing that he already knows his pick. Several former presidential candidates, including North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and Sen. Tim Scott, have endorsed Trump and appeared alongside him, while others like Rep. Elise Stefanik and J.D. Vance are also vying for the position. The contenders face the challenge of promoting themselves without being too obvious, as Trump dislikes overt self-promotion. The stakes are high, as Trump's choice is likely to be seen as his successor-in-waiting, and the appearances also serve as an opportunity to connect with key primary state voters.

via POLITICO|

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