Trump's VP Pick Narrowed, Assassination Attempt Steers Campaign Rhetoric

Donald Trump has refined his vice-presidential shortlist after surviving an assassination attempt, leaving Senator J.D. Vance as a leading candidate. Trump plans to unveil his running mate at the 2024 Republican Convention. The attempt on his life has prompted a shift in his campaign rhetoric toward national unity.

Donald Trump narrowed his vice-presidential shortlist on Monday, according to sources who spoke anonymously.

Sources disclosed that North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum and U.S. Senator Marco Rubio are no longer in consideration, positioning U.S. Senator J.D. Vance as a frontrunner. Trump's announcement is expected soon as the 2024 Republican National Convention commences, just days after he survived an assassination attempt.

The attempt on Trump's life has prompted a shift in his campaign rhetoric towards national unity. The presidential race between Trump and Biden remains tightly contested, with Trump still not committing to accepting the election outcome should he lose. Biden has condemned the violence and emphasized the need for peace. Investigations are ongoing to understand the gunman's motives and the security oversight that allowed the attack.

(With inputs from agencies.)