Kamala Harris to be VP

Vice President Kamala Harris is poised to announce her vice presidential pick before embarking on a battleground tour in key states next week, following President Biden's withdrawal from the race. A shortlist of candidates under consideration includes notable figures such as Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, among others. Whitmer, who has faced scrutiny over her law enforcement policies and response to crime in Michigan, is a potential candidate but has indicated she is not part of the vetting process. The Harris campaign is under pressure to finalize the choice ahead of the Democratic National Convention set for next month, where she is expected to be formally nominated. With the DNC's timeline in place, Harris aims to solidify her running mate by August 7, allowing her campaign to focus on the upcoming election. As the Democratic front-runner, Harris has already garnered significant delegate support, positioning her favorably for the nomination.