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Trump Says He's Decided on His Running Mate

Trump Says He's ChosenDecided on His VPRunning CandidateMate

Above: Republican presidential candidate, former US President Donald Trump speaks on June 22, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Image copyright: Anna Moneymaker/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Images

The Facts

  • During a campaign stop in Philadelphia, former President Donald Trump confidently stated to NBC News that he knows [in his mind] who his pick for vice president will be. He added that “nobody knows” who the choice is.

  • During a campaign stop in Philadelphia, former US Pres. Donald Trump told NBC News that he knows [in his mind] who his pick for vice president will be. He added that "nobody knows" who the choice is except him.


The Spin

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