Report: Kamala Harris Narrows VP Shortlist to Three Candidates
By Jake Beardslee ·
July 28, 2024
According to a recent report by Bloomberg News, Vice President Kamala Harris has narrowed her list of potential running mates to three prominent Democratic politicians. The shortlist reportedly includes Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Mike De Sisti / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK
When approached for comment, a spokesperson for the Harris campaign confirmed to Bloomberg that the Vice President has "directed her team to begin the process of vetting potential running mates." However, the spokesperson declined to provide further details about the selection process. Jovanny Hernandez / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK
The three candidates on the reported shortlist bring diverse experiences and backgrounds to the table: Mike De Sisti / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK
Josh Shapiro, the 51-year-old Governor of Pennsylvania, has a strong track record in state politics. Before his current role, he served as Pennsylvania's Attorney General from 2017 to 2021, where he gained recognition for his work on clergy sex abuse investigations and voting rights protection. GREG WOHLFORD/ERIE TIMES-NEWS / USA TODAY NETWORK
Mark Kelly, a former NASA astronaut, currently serves as a U.S. Senator from Arizona. His background includes a distinguished career in the Navy and space exploration. In the Senate, Kelly has focused on issues such as veterans' affairs, science and technology, and climate change. He is also known for his moderate stance and expertise on border issues. Rob Schumacher/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK
Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota, brings experience from both state and federal politics. Before his governorship, Walz served in the U.S. House of Representatives and had a 24-year career in the Army National Guard. He gained national attention for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and his response to civil unrest in Minneapolis in 2020. Lily Smith/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK
The Vice President's decision is expected to be announced by August 7th, according to The Hill. As the vetting process continues, political analysts and the public will be keenly observing Harris's choice, which could significantly impact the upcoming election. Christine Tannous/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK
