Is Harris Down to 3 VP Picks?

Thinning the Herd

Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris may have narrowed her potential running mates down to three, late this week.

Now Who?

Now, Harris has to pick her running mate. So, who's being discussed? Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia License

Senator Mark Kelly

Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona is a Navy captain and an astronaut. He is strong on fundraising, is in a key swing state, and is a centrist on immigration. Gage Skidmore/Flikr

Governor Josh Shapiro

Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania is former attorney general with bipartisan achievements, high state approval, and leads a critical swing state. He's a moderate on key Democratic issues, and has low national recognition. Governor Tom Wolf/Wikimedia License

Gov. Tim Walz

The Governor of Minnesota known for bringing free school meals to his state is still a leading contender. He's the leader of the Democratic Governors Association, with strong fundraising connections, and progressive lawmaking accolaids. Office of Governor Tim Walz/Flickr

Gov. Andy Beshear

Once a contender, the Governor of Kentucky is not said to be in the top 3. Tkayne/Wikimedia License

Gov. Roy Cooper

The Governor of North Carolina is not reported to be in the top 3 at this time. NC Dept of Public Safety/Flickr

Pete Buttigieg

Although he has been outspoken in the media recently, the U.S. Transportation Secretary, and former mayor isn't believed to be at the top of the list.
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker

Once a potential VP pick, the Governor of Illinois with progressive policy achievements is not believed to be in the running at this time. Defense Visual Information Distribution Service/Public Domain

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

The Governor of Michigan was allegedly not interested in the VP position. Defense Visual Information Distribution Service/Public Domain

Coming Soon

VP Harris may pick her VP candidate as soon as August 7th, ahead of the Democratic National Convention. Gage Skidmore