Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may choose Nicole Shanahan as his running mate, a leftist "criminal justice" advocate with ties to Democrats. Shanahan has donated to Biden's campaign and supports progressive initiatives like Measure J in Los Angeles County. Critics view her as a far-left pick by RFK Jr., potentially impacting centrist voters. RFK Jr.'s presence in the race seems to benefit Trump more than Biden, according to recent polls.
Key Points
Shanahan supports Measure J in Los Angeles County
She believes mental health professionals could have changed outcomes like George Floyd's arrest
Critics view Shanahan as a far-left pick by RFK Jr.
Polls suggest RFK Jr.'s presence in the race benefits Trump more than Biden
Pros
Supports criminal justice reform and progressive initiatives
Brings a different perspective to the campaign
Cons
Ties to Democrats and donations to Biden may alienate centrist voters
Criticism from conservative figures like Charlie Kirk