In a groundbreaking announcement, U.S. President Joe Biden has decided to step down from his 2024 reelection bid and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate. This pivotal decision leaves Harris with the crucial task of selecting her running mate. Join us as we explore the top contenders for the VP slot, including Andy Beshear, Pete Buttigieg, Roy Cooper, Mark Kelly, Josh Shapiro, J.B. Pritzker, and Gretchen Whitmer. Each candidate brings unique strengths and strategic advantages to the table, making this selection process one to watch closely. Stay tuned for an in-depth analysis of their potential impact on the 2024 presidential race.
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00:00US President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he is stepping down from his 2024 re-election
00:08bid and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to take his place as the Democratic candidate.
00:16This pivotal decision now leaves Harris with a crucial task, selecting her running mate.
00:23Here's a look at some of the top contenders who might join her on the ticket.
00:29First on the list is Andy Bashir, the Democratic Governor of Kentucky.
00:34Bashir has made a name for himself in a state that overwhelmingly supported Donald Trump in 2020.
00:41Known for his focus on job creation, public education and expanding healthcare,
00:47Bashir has also been a strong advocate for progressive issues like abortion rights
00:52and gender-affirming care. Despite facing opposition from a Republican-dominated
00:57legislature, his leadership has earned him significant praise within the party.
01:05Next, we have Pete Buttigieg, the US Secretary of Transportation.
01:10Pete, who gained national attention during the 2020 primaries with a notable victory
01:16in the Iowa cacuses, has since been a steadfast ally of the Biden administration.
01:22As a former mayor of South Bend, Indiana and a polished advocate for Biden's policies,
01:29Buttigieg has also valuable connections in critical battleground states like Michigan.
01:35His appeal extends across the Democratic base,
01:37making him a strong candidate for the vice presidential slot.
01:42Next, we have Roy Cooper, the Governor of North Carolina.
01:49Cooper has gained recognition for his emphasis on economic development
01:53and his ability to navigate a politically competitive state.
01:57North Carolina's complex political landscape,
02:00which has leaned Republican in recent presidential elections,
02:04has not hindered Cooper's approval ratings. His track record of managing a divided state
02:09could prove beneficial for a national campaign.
02:15Mark Kelly, the US Senator from Arizona, is also in the mix.
02:19Kelly's moderate stance and his background as a former Navy captain and astronaut
02:25make him a compelling choice. His position on the gun violence,
02:29alongside his personal connection to the issue through his wife,
02:33Gabriella Giffords, who survived a shooting in 2011, resonates with Democratic voters.
02:40Arizona's significance as a battleground state further bolsters Kelly's candidacy.
02:49Josh Shapiro, the newly elected Governor of Pennsylvania,
02:53has quickly emerged as a rising star in the Democratic Party.
02:56With a background as a lawyer and a history of winning tough races against Republicans,
03:03Shapiro is seen as a strong candidate to help secure Pennsylvania, a key state for Democrats.
03:09His legal expertise and electoral success make him a noteworthy option for Harris.
03:18Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is another potential pick. Known for his significant
03:24financial contributions to the democratic cause and his influence role in organizing
03:29the Democratic National Convention, Pritzker's impact on the party cannot be overlooked.
03:35While Illinois itself is a solidly democratic state, Pritzker's resources
03:41and strategic acumen could prove advantageous to the broader electoral landscape.
03:49Gretchen Whitmer, the Governor of Michigan, has built a strong reputation in the state
03:56with a focus on practical everyday issues. Her previous wedding as a potential running
04:02mate for Biden in 2020 highlights her prominence within the party.
04:07An all-woman ticket with Harris could be historic, particularly
04:11as women's reproductive rights take center stage in the election.
04:16As Vice President Kamala Harris prepares to make her decision, the stakes are high.
04:21The choices of running mate could significantly impact the 2024 presidential race.