Trump campaign steps up vice presidential vetting efforts
SUMMARY
Former President Donald Trump’s campaign has initiated the vetting process for potential vice presidential candidates, requesting information from several top contenders. Among those contacted are North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance, and South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott. Additionally, Florida Rep. Byron Donalds, New York Rep. Elise Stefanik, and former HUD Secretary Ben Carson have been included in the list. Representatives for the candidates have not yet commented. The list is still evolving, with the final decision to be made by Trump himself at some point in the future.