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J.D. Vance Emerges as Frontrunner for Republican VP Nomination with 41% Odds; Announcement at 4:30pm EST

Jul 15, 2024, 04:21 PM

Senator J.D. Vance is emerging as the frontrunner for the Republican Vice Presidential nomination alongside Donald Trump. Various sources, including PredictIt data and Polymarket, indicate Vance's strong position, with betting odds showing him as the most likely pick with 41% odds. Authorities in Ohio have requested enhanced security for Vance following an apparent assassination attempt on Trump. Vance, a venture capitalist initially supported by Peter Thiel and Marc Andreessen, has also received a Secret Service detail. The official announcement is expected at the Republican National Convention at 4:30pm EST today.