Nuaman Ishfaq Mughal
Washington: Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election, has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. The announcement came early Tuesday morning, ending weeks of speculation and a swift vetting process following Harris’s unexpected rise to the top of the Democratic ticket.
Walz, a former congressman and National Guard veteran, brings Midwestern appeal and executive experience to the Harris campaign. His selection is seen as a strategic move to bolster support in key battleground states.
Harris and Walz are set to make their first public appearance together at a rally in Philadelphia, kicking off a tour of critical states throughout the week. The duo faces a challenging campaign against former President Donald Trump and his running mate, J.D. Vance.
The selection of Walz comes after Harris conducted a series of interviews with potential candidates over the weekend, consulting with a small circle of trusted advisors, including former President Barack Obama.