(AP) -Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is still playing coy about his prospects of joining the Democratic ticket as Kamala Harris’ vice president.
In public remarks Thursday, Walz didn’t acknowledge being in the final mix. But he says it’s been surreal being part of a shortlist of candidates considered.
Walz avoided questions about whether Harris’ campaign is vetting him for the post or requesting an interview.
Walz, a two-term governor and former six-term congressman, is said to be among a group of Democratic governors, including Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, in the running. Harris’ campaign is also considering U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly, of Arizona days ahead of an expected announcement.
Walz moved up on Harris’ shortlist after he coined “weird” as a new talking point to describe the Republican ticket. It’s a line now used widely by the vice president and other Democrats.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Still in the Running for VP
By Bill Dubensky
Aug 1, 2024 | 8:09 AM
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