Take a look at Trump’s potential vice presidential candidates and the reasons why each one may be chosen or overlooked.
Donald Trump has narrowed down his list of potential vice presidential candidates as he gears up to announce his selection in the days leading up to the Republican National Convention next month. He indicated to reporters that he has already made his decision and the chosen candidate will be present at the first debate of the general election campaign against Joe Biden. Some of the individuals speculated to be on the shortlist include North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, Senators JD Vance of Ohio, Marco Rubio of Florida, and Tim Scott of South Carolina, former Trump Cabinet member Ben Carson, and Representatives Elise Stefanik of New York and Byron Donalds of Florida.
The death toll from this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia has surpassed 1,300 as pilgrims faced extreme temperatures at holy sites in the desert kingdom. The majority of the fatalities were unauthorized pilgrims who walked long distances in scorching heat, with over 660 of the deceased being from Egypt. The casualties also included pilgrims from Indonesia, India, Jordan, Tunisia, Morocco, Algeria, Malaysia, and two from the US.
Amidst debate among Democrats, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address the U.S. Congress, with many planning to boycott the event. Concerns have arisen over Israel’s military operations against Hamas in Gaza, causing some Democrats to grapple with whether or not to attend Netanyahu’s speech.
Russia’s recent agreement with North Korea has heightened tensions with the West regarding Ukraine. President Putin’s visit to North Korea brought attention to Russia’s willingness to challenge Western interests, with the pact allowing for mutual military assistance between Moscow and Pyongyang. This move by Russia has the potential to destabilize the Korean Peninsula and extend repercussions beyond the region.
As millions in the US brace for extreme heat, parts of the Midwest are grappling with flooding. Residents across the country have been warned of sweltering conditions and potential severe weather, with some regions experiencing evacuations due to rising floodwaters.
Abortion access has emerged as a critical issue as the 2024 election approaches, with Vice President Kamala Harris emphasizing the importance of reproductive rights. The Biden campaign is seeking to differentiate their stance from that of the Trump administration ahead of their upcoming debate.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused the US of withholding arms shipments, despite denials from Washington. Netanyahu’s claims have fueled tensions between the two allies amid the war in Gaza.
Recent drone and missile attacks by Ukraine have resulted in casualties in Russia and Crimea, while additional bombings in Kharkiv have left one person dead. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate, with civilians bearing the brunt of the violence.
The Nigerian community of Ayetoro, once envisioned as a Christian utopia, is now facing the threat of rising sea levels. The community, known as “Happy City,” is struggling to combat the encroaching ocean, with buildings sinking into the Atlantic and residents feeling helpless against the forces of nature.
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