In President Trump’s final round of vice-presidential candidate considerations, one contender is receiving significant backing from former First Lady Melania Trump. According to Puck News, Melania has been voicing strong support for North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, who previously competed against Trump in the primaries and has since been actively campaigning for him in swing states. This endorsement is partly due to Melania’s close relationship with Burgum’s wife, Kathryn, who collaborated with her on a White House initiative.
However, Melania faces competition from Donald Trump, Jr., who is vigorously advocating for Ohio Senator J.D. Vance. A source told Puck News that Melania’s influence might outweigh Don Jr.’s, but her credibility suffered after she advised Trump to endorse Mehmet Oz over David McCormick in Pennsylvania’s 2022 U.S. Senate race, a move deemed a significant mistake by some within Trump’s circle.
Supporters of Governor Burgum highlight his affable and composed demeanor, which they believe would complement Trump’s assertive personality. Additionally, Burgum’s substantial personal wealth and connections with affluent conservative donors could be advantageous for Trump’s campaign. Despite this, some insiders note that Trump has not spent much personal time with Burgum, unlike other potential candidates such as Senator Marco Rubio.
Trump reportedly remains indifferent to most of the VP contenders, expressing frustration at the notion that his choice could significantly impact his chances in November. According to sources, Trump does not have strong feelings for any of the candidates, including Burgum, J.D. Vance, or even his former Vice President Mike Pence.
