Donald Trump Taps J.D. Vance as Vice Presidential Running Mate

Former President Unveils His Choice on Convention Eve

Vance's Transformation from Critic to Ally

Former President Donald Trump has announced U.S. Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) as his running mate for the 2024 presidential election. The announcement comes just two days before the start of the Republican National Convention.

Vance, a former venture capitalist and author, was once a vocal critic of Trump. However, he has since become one of the former president's most ardent supporters. Vance's appointment is seen as a way to shore up Trump's conservative base and appeal to white working-class voters.

Vance's selection is a significant departure from past Trump picks. His vice presidential nominees in previous campaigns were more traditional Republicans. Vance's outsider status and Trump's willingness to overlook their past differences suggest the former president is seeking to shake up the Republican establishment.