NC Governor Outrageously Snubs Harris Nomination!

Brace yourselves, folks, for some fascinating political developments. North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has officially taken himself out of the race to be Vice President Kamala Harris’s sidekick in the upcoming election season. The governor made this announcement himself on X.

The news first hit the stands via The New York Times on a Monday evening. According to reports, Cooper personally informed Harris’ team about his decision to step back from the race. Initially, the reasons were vague, but he later specified that it “wasn’t the right time for North Carolina and for me.”

In his statement, Cooper showed his support for Harris’s run for President. He stated, “I strongly support Vice President Harris’ campaign for President. I know she’s going to win and I was honored to be considered for this role.” He further added, “This just wasn’t the right time for North Carolina and for me to potentially be on a national ticket. As I’ve said from the beginning, she has an outstanding list of people from which to choose, and we’ll all work to make sure she wins.”

North Carolina Governor Ray Cooper has backed out of considering to be Kamala Harris's VP running mate. This still leaves Andy Beshear and Tim Walz amongst those in the running.

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Just a week ago, Cooper was seen as a top contender among Harris’ potential running mates. Following President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the race, Harris’ team sent vetting materials to Cooper. This significant development was reported by The Wall Street Journal, emphasizing the intense scrutiny each candidate undergoes.

However, Cooper wasn’t the only one being considered. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, and Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., were also reportedly sent vetting materials.

Mitch Kokai, a senior political analyst from the John Locke Foundation, noted that Cooper was seen as “a good match” for Harris. According to Kokai, Cooper’s potential to bring North Carolina’s 16 electoral votes into play made him a standout candidate. Despite being a Democrat in a state that has leaned right in recent years, Cooper has managed to win six statewide elections since 2000. Kokai also highlighted that Cooper’s “calm, sober, constrained personality” could balance Harris’ ticket, countering some of the criticism she has faced.

Interestingly, the list of candidates to run with Harris has narrowed even further. Alongside Cooper, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has also stepped down. With Vice President Harris now the Democratic frontrunner for the November election, the pressure is mounting as she weighs her options. This raises the question, do they see the writing on the wall?

Whitmer clarified her intentions by stating, “I have communicated with everyone, including the people of Michigan, that I’m going to stay as governor until the end of my term at the end of 2026.” Meanwhile, Harris took a break from her campaign trail to have private conversations with several candidates, including Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.

The remaining contenders include Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, U.S. Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg. Each candidate has been making appearances on national television, showcasing their strengths and what they could bring to the Harris campaign.

Buttigieg, although considered a long shot by his allies, had private discussions with Harris about the opportunity. He also reached out to donors from his 2020 presidential bid, expressing his interest in the role while respecting the selection process.

Final Thoughts: The race to be Kamala Harris’s running mate is heating up, with significant players stepping aside and new dynamics unfolding. Keep an eye out for more updates as this high-stakes decision continues to evolve!

Source: Red Right Patriot