J.D. Vance Leads Trump VP Contenders with 43% After Winning Straw Poll

Jun 17, 2024, 10:39 PM

Senator J.D. Vance has emerged as the leading contender for Donald Trump's vice presidential pick for the 2024 election, following a decisive victory in a grassroots straw poll conducted by Turning Point Action in Detroit. Vance secured 43% of the vote, significantly ahead of other contenders such as Tim Scott (15.4%), Marco Rubio (7.7%), and Doug Burgum (7.0%). The poll results underscore Vance's strong support among conservative activists and his potential appeal to Rust Belt voters, which could be crucial for Trump's campaign. Trump is expected to announce his final choice at the Republican National Convention next month.