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Trump’s Subtle Shift in His VP Calculations

July 12, 2024 · 1:37 pm ET · Leave a Comment

New York Times: “His new focus on someone who can help him win may stem from indecision over his choice… Mr. Trump has said he plans to announce his running mate before or during the Republican National Convention, which begins Monday. Some aides have wondered whether he will announce his pick before then, in time for a campaign rally on Saturday in western Pennsylvania.”

“Two people who spoke separately with Mr. Trump this week said they had the impression he was still undecided. As of Friday morning, he had not called any of his top three contenders to offer them the position, according to two advisers who insisted on anonymity to discuss internal deliberations.”

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