Pro-Palestinian Protests Shake Up Vice-Presidential Contender Selection

Gov. Josh Shapiro, a potential VP pick for Kamala Harris, faces protests from pro-Palestinian activists over his stance on Israel's war in Gaza. The Harris campaign must decide whether to stand up to the left-wing flank or avoid inflaming the divisive issue, as Shapiro's selection could help win Pennsylvania and appeal to moderate voters, including Republican supporters of Nikki Haley. Shapiro made a campaign appearance at Wissahickon High School in the Philadelphia suburbs, where the Democratic..

Kamala Harris's veep shortlist includes Govs. Shapiro, Walz, Sen. Kelly, Beshear, Pritzker, and Sec. Buttigieg. Shapiro, PA's most popular first-term governor since the early 1990s who won the 2022 governor's race by 15 points, is a top contender, but his ability to deliver the 19 electoral votes is unclear. Harris must weigh vibe, party's future, and electoral map.

Philadelphia mayor's video mistakenly suggested Pennsylvania governor Josh Shapiro as Kamala Harris's Democratic vice-presidential pick, sparking a brief media firestorm. The mayor was merely showing support for Shapiro, a leading VP contender, not making an official announcement. Shapiro cancelled a fundraiser amid reports Harris would interview candidates this weekend.

Kamala Harris wins backing of key US Muslim org, Black Muslim Leadership Council, for presidential bid; group cites her stance on Gaza, criticizes Biden; Uncommitted National Movement pushes for representation at Dem convention; Harris supports two-state solution, but hasn't called for arms embargo on Israel; Harris tells Netanyahu Israel has right to defend itself from Iran, Iran-backed militias; Muslim voters in battleground states could be crucial for Harris.