Kamala Harris Prepares to Announce Running Mate Amidst Cross-Country Campaign

Kamala Harris is set to announce her vice-presidential running mate, following interviews with top contenders over the weekend. The announcement precedes Harris' first public appearance with the nominee in Philadelphia before a battleground states tour. She is also planning a social media reveal and has launched a Republican outreach program.

Vice President Kamala Harris is poised to reveal her running mate, following a series of high-profile interviews with leading contenders at her residence in Washington. The much-anticipated announcement is expected ahead of her first public appearance with the vice-presidential nominee in Philadelphia on Tuesday.

This decision comes just weeks after President Joe Biden withdrew from the race, endorsing Harris as his successor. Harris' shortlist includes notable figures like Governors Tim Walz, Josh Shapiro, and Senator Mark Kelly, among others. The selection process has involved rigorous vetting by former attorney general Eric Holder and his firm.

As Harris finalizes her decision with inputs from her close aides, her campaign is set to kick off a nationwide tour across key battleground states. The tour will feature rallies and events aimed at rallying support. Additionally, the Harris campaign has launched 'Republicans for Harris,' an initiative to attract Republican votes with endorsements from notable former Trump officials.

(With inputs from agencies.)