Trump Selects J.D. Vance for Vice Presidential Candidate

Summary:
Former President Donald Trump has chosen Sen. J.D. Vance as his vice-presidential running mate for the upcoming election. Vance, an author and former venture capitalist, has been dismissive of climate change concerns but outspoken on rail safety. Trump announced his decision on the first day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, favoring Vance over other candidates like North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum and Sens. Tim Scott and Marco Rubio. Vance, known for his memoir "Hillbilly Elegy," was elected to the Senate in 2022 and has since focused on rail safety and opposing "woke" policies. He has proposed several pieces of legislation, including the "Railway Safety Act" and the "Drive American Act." Environmental advocates criticized Trump’s choice, while conservative climate activists highlighted Vance’s alignment with Trump on competitiveness with China. If Trump wins, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine would appoint Vance’s Senate successor.