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VP Hopefuls: Trump's Prospects
Donald Trump is seeking a VP. Despite Trump's preference for secrecy, his choice may appear at CNN's debate in Atlanta.
Published June 27, 2024 at 5:08pm by Kinsey Crowley
Biden and Trump Face Off in First 2024 Presidential Debate
Joe Biden and Donald Trump go head-to-head in the first 2024 presidential debate, hosted by CNN in Atlanta. The early showdown sees Trump with no VP pick yet, as his shortlist of at least 19 names makes headlines. Trump hints his running mate may be present at the debate.
Trump's VP Shortlist:
- Greg Abbott
- Katie Britt
- Doug Burgum
- Tucker Carlson
- Ben Carson
- Tom Cotton
- Byron Donalds
- Tulsi Gabbard
- Sarah Huckabee Sanders
- Kari Lake
- Nancy Mace
- Kristi Noem
- Vivek Ramaswamy
- Marco Rubio
- Tim Scott
- Elise Stefanik
- Marjorie Taylor Greene
- JD Vance
- Glenn Youngkin
What to Expect:
While the VP role requires readiness to step up as president, Trump's top criteria is loyalty. His first VP, Mike Pence, boosted his evangelical credentials but refused to bend the law to keep Trump in power. Now Pence faces Trump's ire and is out of the running.
Tune into the CNN Presidential Debate Simulcast, 9 p.m. ET, to watch the showdown.
Contributing: Susan Page, David Jackson, Sam Woodward, USA TODAY
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