The Search for Kamala Harris’ Running Mate
Vice President Kamala Harris is in the process of selecting her running mate for the upcoming election. Harris will interview six potential candidates this weekend before making a formal announcement and beginning a battleground tour with her chosen No. 2 next week.
List of Potential Candidates
The list of candidates includes some prominent names such as Kentucky’s Andy Beshear, Illinois’ J.B. Pritzker, Pennsylvania’s Josh Shapiro, and Minnesota’s Tim Walz. Also on the list are Arizona Senator Mark Kelly and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. These individuals are part of Harris’ selection process, which began with a review of about a dozen names. Some front-runners, like Shapiro and Kelly, have emerged during this process.
Deadline and Speculation
Harris is facing a deadline to choose her running mate by Tuesday, coinciding with the start of her tour in seven key battleground states, starting in Philadelphia. There has been speculation and last-minute changes in plans among some of the candidates, hinting at possible developments in the vice presidential selection process. For example, Shapiro canceled three weekend fundraisers, and there are rumors circulating about his potential selection.
President Joe Biden has been involved in the discussions about Harris’ search for a vice presidential nominee but has left the decision-making process to her. Some candidates, like North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, have publicly withdrawn from consideration due to concerns about the travel commitments that come with the role.
Support and Advocacy
There is visible support and advocacy for certain candidates, with public endorsements and campaigns promoting their selection as Harris’ running mate. Philadelphia Mayor Cherel Parker, for instance, has openly endorsed Shapiro’s bid for the position, leading to speculation and rumors about insider information on Harris’ decision.
As the selection process unfolds and Harris prepares to announce her running mate, the political landscape is buzzing with anticipation and analysis of the potential impact of her choice on the upcoming election.
