Former President Donald Trump’s potential vice presidential candidates made headlines over the weekend as they appeared on various Sunday shows to discuss election doubts and campus unrest. After spending time with Trump at his Florida home, South Carolina Gov. Kristi Noem faced backlash over a controversial anecdote from her book, leading sources to confirm she is no longer under consideration for the VP role.
During their TV appearances, House GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, and Florida Sen. Marco Rubio criticized President Joe Biden’s handling of campus protests and his response to antisemitism.
Stefanik accused Biden of pandering to his base, while Rubio called him “weak” and suggested revoking visas for international students involved in protests. Scott criticized Biden for taking too long to condemn antisemitism.
Trump’s focus on election integrity was also a hot topic, with Scott refusing to commit to accepting the 2024 election results and Burgum falsely claiming widespread voting fraud in the 2020 election.
Rubio, who represents Florida where Trump now resides, dodged questions about changing his residency for the VP role and instead criticized legal battles against Trump.
Noem found herself on the defensive after excerpts from her book surfaced, detailing the killing of a dog and goat on her farm. She also addressed an error in the book where she claimed to have met with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un.
As speculation continues to swirl around Trump’s VP pick, the Republican Party showcases a wealth of talent for potential roles in the administration. The story continues to evolve as new information emerges.