We are fast approaching Election Day, with less than 100 days left. Democratic Party officials are eager to finalize their new presidential ticket as soon as possible.
Top party leaders have expressed their desire for Vice President Harris to announce her running mate by August 7th. This week will be filled with speculation about potential candidates, including Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Arizona Sen. Scott Kelly, and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has decided not to be vetted for the vice presidential post, stating that it is not the right time for him or his state to be on a national ticket.
Gov. Roy Cooper opts out of VP vetting
OddsChecker currently ranks Sen. Kelly followed by Gov. Shapiro as the favorites for the vice presidential slot. Both candidates have shown interest publicly, with Gov. Shapiro emphasizing Pennsylvania’s significance in the Electoral College and Sen. Kelly supporting a pro-labor bill.
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Congresswoman Gwen Moore believes diversity is important in the vice presidential pick and suggests a balanced ticket with a male candidate to accompany Vice President Harris.
Pennsylvania, with 19 Electoral College votes, presents a crucial battleground for the upcoming election, further fueling speculation around Gov. Shapiro’s potential selection.
The chosen candidate will likely debate against Senator J.D. Vance in the vice presidential debate, originally scheduled for mid-August but currently on hold pending Harris’ decision.
