Former US President and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump He has narrowed his shortlist for the vice president’s post, which is expected to be announced just before, or possibly during, next month’s election. Republican National Convention,
He told reporters on Saturday that he had already made his decision and that the person selected would appear in Atlanta on Thursday night for the first debate of the general election campaign against Democratic President Joe Biden.
If Trump secures a second term in accordance with constitutional limits, the person Trump chooses is likely to become the immediate Republican presidential front-runner for the next term. However, his second-choice candidate will face enormous pressure from Trump and his allies to demonstrate unwavering loyalty.
Trump attacks his first vice president, mike pencePence rebuffed their efforts to overturn the bill, after which 2020 Elections According to NBC’s report, these results are based on the false theories promoted by Trump after his defeat to Biden.
This time, Pence has rejected Trump’s support.
Trump has said his primary consideration for a vice presidential pick is whether a candidate is qualified to assume the office of commander-in-chief.
But other factors also play a role: Who can raise money? Who performs well on television? Who would be most impressive on the debate stage against Vice President Kamala Harris? Who risks outperforming Trump, especially if he is elected in November and becomes a lame duck with talk of 2028? And who has “that look”?
Trump’s campaign has repeatedly warned that anyone “claims to know who or when President Trump will pick his vice president is lying, unless that person’s name is Donald J. Trump.”
Given Trump’s propensity for unpredictability and the dramatic, even the best-laid plans can change.
Here is a look at the top The Contender For Trump Selection of Vice President,
Doug Burgum
Trump likes rich people, and two-time North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum is certainly rich. Before becoming governor, Burgum led a software company acquired by Microsoft for more than $1 billion and worked in real estate and venture capital. Burgum, who initially ran against Trump for the 2024 nomination, didn’t receive much support, but he quickly endorsed Trump after he dropped out. Since then, he has been a vocal supporter of Trump, often appearing on TV and at fundraising events.
Burgum and his wife Katherine reportedly have a good personal rapport with Trump and his team, which is important in Trump’s circle. Trump also thinks Burgum is well-suited to the role. Choosing Burgum would be like choosing Mike Pence: a low-profile, non-controversial governor. At 67, Burgum won’t outshine Trump or immediately fuel 2028 speculation. He also brings financial resources and wealthy connections.
The question, however, is whether the Republican Party wants to put two older white men on the ticket.
J.D. Vance
J.D. Vance, best known for his bestselling memoir “Hillbilly Elegy,” has quickly become a prominent Trump supporter despite being in office for less than two years. The former venture capitalist from Ohio is a strong supporter of Trump’s “Make America Great Again” agenda, particularly in foreign policy, trade and immigration.
Though Vance initially criticized Trump in 2016, calling him an “utter fraud” and “America’s Hitler,” he has since grown closer to Trump and his son, 39-year-old Donald Trump Jr. Vance would add a youthful energy to the race and could liven up debates alongside Vice President Kamala Harris.
However, despite Vance’s turnaround and current strong support, it may be difficult for Trump to forget Vance’s past insults.
Marco Rubio
Choosing Marco Rubio as his running mate could increase Trump’s appeal, especially among moderate Republicans and wealthy donors. Despite their past rivalry, Rubio’s expertise in foreign policy, national security, and ability to attract Hispanic voters make him a strong contender.
Rubio could also challenge Vice President Harris on the debate stage, as she is a skilled speaker.
However, Rubio faces a constitutional hurdle because he and Trump cannot both be from the same state. His interest in the vice presidential role remains uncertain, as he has made fewer appearances than other contenders and did not attend Trump’s recent trial.
Tim Scott
The only black Republican in the Senate, Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina, would bring racial diversity and a preacher’s style to the Republican ticket. Known as a “born-again believer,” Scott often incorporates scripture into his political speeches, and engages listeners with call-and-response.
Scott and Trump worked closely during Trump’s presidency on initiatives such as tax cuts, opportunity zones and criminal justice reform. Despite running against Trump for the nomination this year, Scott has refrained from criticizing him and endorsed Trump instead over Trump’s former U.N. ambassador, Nikki Haley.
Scott has become a key surrogate for Trump, campaigning heavily in key states and launching a $14 million effort to turn out minority voters in swing states. Trump has jokingly remarked that Scott is a better surrogate than the candidate himself.
Questions remain, however, over how Scott will fare in the debate against Vice President Kamala Harris later this year.
Elise Stefanik
The only woman on his shortlist, New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, could help Trump attract skeptical college-educated and suburban women who supported Biden in 2020.
Despite her background working with Republicans such as Paul Ryan and George W. Bush, Stefanik has firmly aligned herself with Trump, defending him during his impeachment trials and earning his early endorsement for 2024. Her aggressive stances on issues such as campus antisemitism have boosted her profile, though her experience as a House member raises questions about her readiness for the vice presidency.
Ben Carson
Relationships and trust are very important to Donald Trump. Ben Carson, who served as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development during Trump’s administration, has built a strong relationship with the former president over the years, though they were initially rivals in the 2016 campaign.
Carson, a 72-year-old soft-spoken former renowned neurosurgeon, could help Trump attract minority voters as the first black man to run for the Republican presidency. His age and quiet demeanor make him unlikely to outshine Trump or steal the spotlight.
However, Carson’s past controversial comments on topics such as abortion and guns could present challenges for the ticket.
Byron Donalds
Florida Representative Byron Donalds, a staunch supporter of Donald Trump and one of his most trusted advocates, decided to support Trump instead of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in the Republican presidential primary last year. Trump has often praised Donalds and publicly endorsed him, highlighting their strong relationship.
Donalds has expressed confidence in his abilities, suggesting that if he were elected vice president, he thinks he could effectively take on the role of commander in chief if needed. In an appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press in June, Donalds said, “I think I have the ability to step up. I’m actually quite intelligent.”
He told reporters on Saturday that he had already made his decision and that the person selected would appear in Atlanta on Thursday night for the first debate of the general election campaign against Democratic President Joe Biden.
If Trump secures a second term in accordance with constitutional limits, the person Trump chooses is likely to become the immediate Republican presidential front-runner for the next term. However, his second-choice candidate will face enormous pressure from Trump and his allies to demonstrate unwavering loyalty.
Trump attacks his first vice president, mike pencePence rebuffed their efforts to overturn the bill, after which 2020 Elections According to NBC’s report, these results are based on the false theories promoted by Trump after his defeat to Biden.
This time, Pence has rejected Trump’s support.
Trump has said his primary consideration for a vice presidential pick is whether a candidate is qualified to assume the office of commander-in-chief.
But other factors also play a role: Who can raise money? Who performs well on television? Who would be most impressive on the debate stage against Vice President Kamala Harris? Who risks outperforming Trump, especially if he is elected in November and becomes a lame duck with talk of 2028? And who has “that look”?
Trump’s campaign has repeatedly warned that anyone “claims to know who or when President Trump will pick his vice president is lying, unless that person’s name is Donald J. Trump.”
Given Trump’s propensity for unpredictability and the dramatic, even the best-laid plans can change.
Here is a look at the top The Contender For Trump Selection of Vice President,
Doug Burgum
Trump likes rich people, and two-time North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum is certainly rich. Before becoming governor, Burgum led a software company acquired by Microsoft for more than $1 billion and worked in real estate and venture capital. Burgum, who initially ran against Trump for the 2024 nomination, didn’t receive much support, but he quickly endorsed Trump after he dropped out. Since then, he has been a vocal supporter of Trump, often appearing on TV and at fundraising events.
Burgum and his wife Katherine reportedly have a good personal rapport with Trump and his team, which is important in Trump’s circle. Trump also thinks Burgum is well-suited to the role. Choosing Burgum would be like choosing Mike Pence: a low-profile, non-controversial governor. At 67, Burgum won’t outshine Trump or immediately fuel 2028 speculation. He also brings financial resources and wealthy connections.
The question, however, is whether the Republican Party wants to put two older white men on the ticket.
J.D. Vance
J.D. Vance, best known for his bestselling memoir “Hillbilly Elegy,” has quickly become a prominent Trump supporter despite being in office for less than two years. The former venture capitalist from Ohio is a strong supporter of Trump’s “Make America Great Again” agenda, particularly in foreign policy, trade and immigration.
Though Vance initially criticized Trump in 2016, calling him an “utter fraud” and “America’s Hitler,” he has since grown closer to Trump and his son, 39-year-old Donald Trump Jr. Vance would add a youthful energy to the race and could liven up debates alongside Vice President Kamala Harris.
However, despite Vance’s turnaround and current strong support, it may be difficult for Trump to forget Vance’s past insults.
Marco Rubio
Choosing Marco Rubio as his running mate could increase Trump’s appeal, especially among moderate Republicans and wealthy donors. Despite their past rivalry, Rubio’s expertise in foreign policy, national security, and ability to attract Hispanic voters make him a strong contender.
Rubio could also challenge Vice President Harris on the debate stage, as she is a skilled speaker.
However, Rubio faces a constitutional hurdle because he and Trump cannot both be from the same state. His interest in the vice presidential role remains uncertain, as he has made fewer appearances than other contenders and did not attend Trump’s recent trial.
Tim Scott
The only black Republican in the Senate, Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina, would bring racial diversity and a preacher’s style to the Republican ticket. Known as a “born-again believer,” Scott often incorporates scripture into his political speeches, and engages listeners with call-and-response.
Scott and Trump worked closely during Trump’s presidency on initiatives such as tax cuts, opportunity zones and criminal justice reform. Despite running against Trump for the nomination this year, Scott has refrained from criticizing him and endorsed Trump instead over Trump’s former U.N. ambassador, Nikki Haley.
Scott has become a key surrogate for Trump, campaigning heavily in key states and launching a $14 million effort to turn out minority voters in swing states. Trump has jokingly remarked that Scott is a better surrogate than the candidate himself.
Questions remain, however, over how Scott will fare in the debate against Vice President Kamala Harris later this year.
Elise Stefanik
The only woman on his shortlist, New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, could help Trump attract skeptical college-educated and suburban women who supported Biden in 2020.
Despite her background working with Republicans such as Paul Ryan and George W. Bush, Stefanik has firmly aligned herself with Trump, defending him during his impeachment trials and earning his early endorsement for 2024. Her aggressive stances on issues such as campus antisemitism have boosted her profile, though her experience as a House member raises questions about her readiness for the vice presidency.
Ben Carson
Relationships and trust are very important to Donald Trump. Ben Carson, who served as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development during Trump’s administration, has built a strong relationship with the former president over the years, though they were initially rivals in the 2016 campaign.
Carson, a 72-year-old soft-spoken former renowned neurosurgeon, could help Trump attract minority voters as the first black man to run for the Republican presidency. His age and quiet demeanor make him unlikely to outshine Trump or steal the spotlight.
However, Carson’s past controversial comments on topics such as abortion and guns could present challenges for the ticket.
Byron Donalds
Florida Representative Byron Donalds, a staunch supporter of Donald Trump and one of his most trusted advocates, decided to support Trump instead of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in the Republican presidential primary last year. Trump has often praised Donalds and publicly endorsed him, highlighting their strong relationship.
Donalds has expressed confidence in his abilities, suggesting that if he were elected vice president, he thinks he could effectively take on the role of commander in chief if needed. In an appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press in June, Donalds said, “I think I have the ability to step up. I’m actually quite intelligent.”
