Harris Made The Decision After A Whirlwind Process That Included Meeting With Several Potential Candidates

Kamala Harris chooses Tim Walz as running mate

Harris made the decision after a whirlwind process that included meeting with several potential candidates.

Walz is a two-term governor of Minnesota and a former congressman.

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate in the 2020 presidential election, according to four people briefed on the plans.

The announcement is expected to be made on Aug. 7, and it comes after a whirlwind process that included Harris meeting with several potential candidates.

Walz is a two-term governor of Minnesota and a former congressman. He is a member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, which is the Minnesota affiliate of the Democratic Party.

Walz is a moderate Democrat who is popular in his home state. He is also a strong supporter of labor unions and has been endorsed by the AFL-CIO.

The selection of Walz is seen as a move by Harris to shore up her support among moderate Democrats and independents. Walz is also expected to help Harris win the crucial swing state of Minnesota.