Presumptive Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has narrowed down her vice presidential search to two candidates: Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The announcement is expected to be made soon, with the chosen running mate to join Harris in a series of public appearances in swing states.
Key Points
Harris has narrowed down her vice presidential search to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz
The chosen running mate is expected to join Harris in public appearances in crucial swing states
Shapiro and Walz have seen a boost in their odds as frontrunners for the position
Pros
Shapiro, the governor of a major swing state, may appeal to more conservative voters
Walz has received backing from prominent figures like Nancy Pelosi and Bernie Sanders
Both candidates have strengths that could complement Harris's campaign
Cons
Shapiro's stance on Israel may be a point of contention for some Democrats
Minnesota, the state Walz represents, is considered a 'second tier' battleground state