running mate: Did Donald Trump err by picking JD Vance as his running mate? Here is why the Republicans may regret this

During the Republican Party’s national convention, while it was abundantly clear that former US President Donald Trump would receive a presidential nomination, all eyes were on JD Vance who was picked as Trump’s running mate. The Vice-Presidential nominee has gained attention from multiple stakeholders and it has now emerged that the Republicans are nervous. This has been reported by the Business Insider. Many within the Republican camp are worried that the Ohio Senator may not be able to add to the political gains of Donald Trump and may become a liability. The changes in the political circumstances following Joe Biden’s decision to end his election campaign has posed new challenges for the Trump-Vance duo.

Political circumstances:

When Vance was picked as Trump’s running mate, Joe Biden was in the race and the Trump-Vance combine could easily pick on an individual whose popularity levels were falling, donors staying away and who faced pressure from within his party. There were no challenges at this stage.

On expected lines, Joe Biden has now withdrawn from the race and the Democrats may issue a presidential nomination to Kamala Harris. Here, there is the fear of the unknown. She is younger than Trump and has taken on him politically on many occasions. The Republicans will have to reorient their strategy.

Lack of diversity:

The Trump-Vance duo lack the diversity quotient. Many political analysts point out that Harris will be able to attract the votes from the women voters. They form a considerable pressure group on the political parties. Further, Vance does little to add the Republican party. The Republicans could have picked a candidate who could have been a non-white or a woman to counter Harris.

Vance’s views on women:

The situation is further complicated with Vance’s well-known views on women. He had used strong words against women who sought to leave abusive relationships and those who preferred not to have children. On the ongoing issue of abortion, he had demanded a nationwide ban.

Fumble:

In his first solo rally on Monday in Virginia, the Vice-Presidential nominee messed up names, cracked jokes which weren’t funny and did little to enhance his political stature. The Democrats were quick to latch on to his disaster and score some political brownie points. These reasons may seem to be why Donald Trump may regret picking JD Vance as his running mate.

FAQs

Can Donald Trump remove JD Vance as his running mate?
The national convention of the party has concluded. It is still possible to replace JD Vance. However, this will require approval of the party delegates, filing reports before the Federal Election Commission and the state committees and possible open up various legal disputes.

Can the US Vice-President vote in the US Senate?
The Vice-President is the president of the US Senate and cannot vote under normal circumstances. He can cast his vote only when there is a tie.