Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate in an effort to bolster the Democratic ticket in Midwestern states.
Following an endorsement from Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Harris and Walz made their first public appearance together at a rally in Philadelphia on Tuesday evening to kick off their campaign tour in battleground states.
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Here are the latest updates:
Harris campaign raises $36 million post Walz announcement
Since announcing Walz as her running mate, the Harris campaign has continued to see a strong fundraising surge, bringing in $36 million within the first 24 hours after the official announcement of Walz as the vice-presidential candidate.
Simpatico over Diet Mountain Dew for both VP candidates
Alongside U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, Walz shares a fondness for Diet Mountain Dew, despite not being a coffee drinker. Whether it’s Walz’s green plastic bottle or Vance’s love for the yellow soda, both candidates have a penchant for this caffeinated beverage.
With their beverage preferences, Walz and Vance have faced jabs and comments about their soda choices.
Vance and Johnson criticize Walz’s liberal stance
Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin and Vance have both spoken out against Walz, labeling him as too liberal for Wisconsin voters. They believe that once Wisconsinites become aware of Walz’s record, they will reject him as a viable candidate.
Vance campaigns in Michigan alongside spouse
Vance and his wife are hitting the campaign trail in Michigan, where they are focusing on immigration policies and criticizing Harris’ approach to law enforcement. Despite being in Michigan, Vance pokes fun at the sports rivalry between Michigan and Ohio State.
Rogers to face Slotkin in Michigan Senate race
Following his victory in Michigan’s Republican Senate primary, former Rep. Mike Rogers is gearing up to compete against Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin in the November election. Rogers will now vie for the Senate seat left open by Sen. Debbie Stabenow’s retirement.
Trump hints at upcoming debate with Harris
Former President Donald Trump suggests that a debate with Harris may be on the horizon, despite pulling out of a scheduled debate on ABC News. He expresses interest in debating Harris and hints about the possibility of a debate announcement soon.
Kelly takes over DGA chairmanship from Walz
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly is set to assume the role of chairman of the Democratic Governors Association following Walz’s selection as Harris’ running mate. The DGA recognizes Walz for his contributions and success in supporting Democratic gubernatorial candidates.
Harris-Walz vs. Trump-Vance: Expanding battlegrounds in Rust Belt and Sun Belt
The presidential campaign is gearing up for a fast-paced sprint across the Rust Belt and Sun Belt regions. With Harris and Walz aiming to secure key Democratic states in the Rust Belt, the competition also extends to states like Georgia, Arizona, Nevada, and North Carolina in the Sun Belt.
Key moments in Walz’s rise to prominence
Walz’s journey to becoming Harris’ running mate was marked by pivotal moments, including a visit to a Planned Parenthood clinic with the vice president and a viral comment on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe.” His ability to succinctly sum up Trump and Vance as “weird” resonated with the Harris campaign and helped elevate his profile.
