Former US President Donald Trump has created a buzz by announcing that he has already chosen his running mate for the 2024 presidential election on Wednesday. However, he has not disclosed the name yet, keeping it a secret. This revelation came during a Town Hall event on Fox News in Iowa where he responded to a query about his potential running mate if he secures the Republican nomination.
Openness to Reconciliation: Trump’s Stance on Political Rivals
Despite maintaining secrecy about the chosen running mate, Trump expressed his openness to mending ties with his political rivals. When questioned by Fox News host Martha MacCallum about reconciling with competitors in the race, he responded affirmatively, stating, “Oh sure, I will.” This suggests a willingness on his part to unite with figures who may have been critical of him in the past.
Joking with Christie
The topic of Chris Christie, former New Jersey Republican Governor, came up during the conversation. Trump jokingly mentioned that he has started to like Christie, who was previously a vocal critic of the former president and his policies. However, he dismissed the idea of Christie serving as his vice president, stating that he doesn’t see it happening and that it would be an “upsetting” move. Christie, who withdrew from the Republican candidacy race, has made it clear that he is committed to preventing Trump from becoming president again, putting his goal over personal ambitions.
Speculations on Potential Running Mate: Kristi Noem in the Spotlight
Speculations about Trump’s potential running mate include South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, following Trump’s comment in an NBC interview expressing his liking for the concept of a female vice president. Meanwhile, a nationwide poll conducted by Reuters and Ipsos on Wednesday showed Trump with significant support among Republicans, leading with 49%, while Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis trailed behind at 12% and 11%, respectively.
Vivek Ramaswamy hints at running on joint ticket
Additionally, biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy hinted at the possibility of running on a joint ticket with Trump as his vice president if he does not secure the Republican nomination. Ramaswamy emphasized that his goal is to revive the country and unite the people, positioning himself as a potential leader and face of the movement.
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