Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly caused a stir in the Democratic Party's vice presidential selection process Sunday when he briefly published and then deleted a social media update that suggested a shift in focus toward “serving Arizonans.”
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The tweet hinting at possible withdrawal from consideration as presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris has mysteriously disappeared.
Kelly's subsequent tweet took a more general approach, emphasizing service to country.
Whether it was from my time in the Navy and NASA, serving in the United States Senate, or visiting our troops overseas, I've learned that when your country calls you to serve, you always answer the call. pic.twitter.com/pugQf8zCV5
— Capt. Mark Kelly (@CaptMarkKelly) August 4, 2024
Kelly is one of several candidates being considered for the Democratic ticket alongside Vice President Harris in the upcoming election against former President Donald Trump and Ohio Sen. JD Vance.
He was as reported Harris will interview him Sunday at his residence in Washington, DC.
Other Democrats in the mix of speculation for Harris' running mate include Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Kentucky Gov. Andy kiss
Reuters sources suggest Harris could announce her choice for vice president as soon as Monday, adding excitement to the developing political landscape.