Staff Reports
Speculation is ramping up over who Donald Trump will choose as his vice-presidential pick for the 2024 campaign. According to the latest chatter, Trump is eyeing three potential candidates: Gov. Doug Burgum of North Dakota, Sen. Marco Rubio from Florida, and Ohio’s own Sen. J.D. Vance. It’s all about finding a running mate who is as camera-ready as a Hollywood star while fitting Trump’s vision of what makes a standout partner in the political arena.
Word on the street from Tiana Lowe Doescher is that Trump’s top picks each bring their own flair and proven public appeal. Marco Rubio stands out with his impressive oratory skills, while J.D. Vance has captivated many with his compelling personal narrative. Then there’s Doug Burgum, the billionaire businessman who has shown he’s got more than a little savvy when it comes to both the boardroom and the ballot box. Trump doesn’t need another Mike Pence episode; he wants someone who won’t undermine him. The Electoral College map appears to be friendly towards Trump, with leads in almost every important state except for a couple of squeakers like Wisconsin and Michigan.
With all the candidates being moderately to extremely dickish, can Trump's VP selection process be rightfully called "Don's Dick Picks?"@GrantNoland@EdBlackEsq@Limmered@leslea61 pic.twitter.com/bj04H9arvE
— Jan Parks (@JanPark05778117) June 25, 2024
Sure, these candidates don’t necessarily bring a huge electoral base to the table, but when you’re already winning, who needs the added baggage? Trump’s top priority seems to be finding someone charismatic enough to fundraise and rally the troops – think a VP who could be a pitchman for a new political TV show. Let’s not forget that Trump needs to win over suburban women and minority voters, and these choices might just have what it takes to do the trick.
As for the upcoming debate, Doescher suggests Trump should zero in on the real issues that are clobbering Americans right now. Forget rehashing the past; the focus should be on Biden’s dismal America. She advised turning the conversation to the 19% price surge under Biden, the uncontrolled border crisis, and the disastrous current mortgage rates that are through the roof compared to the Trump years. If Trump nails these points, Joe Biden will be left holding the bag of his own failures.
Prepare for some fireworks during this debate. Both candidates are on the verge of securing their parties’ nominations. While Trump’s VP choice remains under wraps, he’s hinted that his pick might make an appearance at the event. Expect a glitzy watch party hosted by former Sen. Kelly Loeffler and her billionaire husband Jeff Sprecher, where several rumored VP contenders will gather under one roof. Along with Rubio, Burgum, and Vance, other potential candidates like Dr. Ben Carson and Reps. Elise Stefanik, Byron Donalds, and Wesley Hunt will be rubbing elbows and perhaps even jockeying for position.
As Trump moves closer to making his choice, it’s clear he’s looking for star power, loyalty, and someone who can help him hammer home the failures of Joe Biden’s administration.
