That could mean a running mate with strength in a battleground state (or states) or someone who brings biographical diversity to the ticket. Several thought to be under consideration also come from top battleground states. His ability to win over white working-class voters could help in many of the battleground states. Mark KellyThe 60-year-old senator from Arizona won re-election in 2022 and could help Democrats win a battleground state that has been leaning toward Trump in recent polling. The 59-year-old has been an aggressive surrogate for the Biden-Harris ticket in battleground states and has been especially involved with fighting for abortion rights.

Source: Wall Street Journal July 23, 2024 15:43 UTC