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Former President Donald Trump is considering potential vice presidential candidates for his 2024 campaign, with Republican Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio emerging as a standout contender due to his debating skills and appeal to undecided voters.
Vance, known for his sharp wit and intelligence, could present a formidable challenge to Vice President Kamala Harris in a debate.
J.D. Vance “would pose the greatest threat to Kamala Harris,” Harris’ former communications director Ashley Etienne said.
“I mean, he’s an incredible debater,” Etienne said. “I think he has this quality that makes him seem palpable to that 1 to 2 percent that actually might vote or that, you know, that’s undecided that will actually pay attention to the debates because most people don’t pay attention to the debates.”
“And I think he’s just got a quality about him where he’s just super smart and sharp and quick-witted. I just think that, like, I think it’s going to be a challenge to see the two of them face to face,” she said.
Trump has hinted at announcing his running mate during the GOP National Convention, with names like Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida also being considered for the position.
Political strategists highlighted Rubio’s strengths in communication and potential impact on the campaign.
“Probably. I don’t want to go, but I think [it] will probably get announced during the convention. During the convention. There were some good people, and we have some very good people,” Trump said.
“I happen to think that he’s the candidate the Biden campaign probably fears the most,” Republican strategist Justin Sayfie said.
“Of all the people that President Trump can pick to be his running mate, I think that the Biden campaign probably would not like to see Marco Rubio on the ticket,” Sayfie said.
Rubio is “respected on Capitol Hill and could be an effective advocate for his agenda in Congress when Trump wins,” Republican strategist Jason Cabel Roe said.
Politico’s list of potential VP candidates includes figures like Sen. Tim Scott and Rep. Elise Stefanik, showcasing the diversity of options under review for Trump’s ticket.
“Everyone who has been around the president long enough knows never to surmise what he’s going to do,” former senior Trump campaign adviser David Urban said.
