Trump Considering a Female for His Running Mate: Report

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly thinking about selecting a female for his running mate ahead of the 2024 election.

Individuals who talked about the matter with him told Axios he sees failed Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake as a model for his pick.

However, friends of Trump acknowledge Lake comes with a downside.

Axios explains, “He wants no risk that his running mate could outshine him. Lake would be assumed to be angling for president from the day she entered the White House. She made a political trip to Iowa last month.”

Trump spokesperson Steven Cheung told the outlet, “Anyone who thinks they know what President Trump is going to do is seriously misinformed and trying to curry favor with ‘potential’ V.P. candidates.”

He added, “President Trump will choose his running mate on his own time, and those who are playing the media game are doing so at their own peril.”

Axios was told that Trump is searching for qualities such as those like former Vice President Mike Pence.

Notably, Trump is no longer on speaking terms with Pence.

According to some close to the former president, former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley could be the best choice, per Axios.

Another name that has come up as a potential strong choice is Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (R).