In an intriguing exchange according to Mediate, former President Donald Trump engaged in a conversation with NBC News anchor and the new moderator of “Meet the Press,” Kristen Welker, providing insight into his views on the possibility of selecting a woman as his running mate in a potential future political endeavor.
Welker, who has taken the helm from Chuck Todd as the host of the long-standing Sunday political program, managed to secure Trump as the headline guest for her inaugural episode, scheduled to air this Sunday. In the lead-up to the much-anticipated broadcast, various teaser clips have been unveiled, offering a glimpse into Trump’s stance on a range of pressing topics.
During a sneak peek of their conversation featured on NBC’s Saturday Today, Welker delved into the subject of a prospective female running mate, considering the perceived rivalry among several potential candidates. The exchange was a notable moment in the lead-up to the broadcast.
Kristen Welker initiated the dialogue by asking the former president about his contemplation of a running mate, should he secure the nomination in any future political campaign.
KRISTEN WELKER: Mr. President, have you thought about a potential running mate if you were to win the nomination?
FMR. PRES. DONALD TRUMP: I like not to think too much about that. You always do a little bit, but I really don’t think it’s time. I want to win. And, you know, it’s very interesting about running mates. When you get down to a vice president, they said, “Nobody’s ever made that kind of a difference. It’s still about the person that’s going to be president.” But it’s an —
KRISTEN WELKER: Are you leaning —
FMR. PRES. DONALD TRUMP: – important decision.
KRISTEN WELKER: Are you leaning toward a woman?
FMR. PRES. DONALD TRUMP: I like the concept, but we’re going to pick the best person. But I do like the concept, yes.
KRISTEN WELKER: A lot of people noticed when Governor Noem (who was accused of an affair) endorsed you there were Trump/Noem signs. Do you have your eye on her?
FMR. PRES. DONALD TRUMP: I do. I think she’s fantastic. She’s been a great governor. She gave me a very full-throated endorsement, a beautiful endorsement actually. And, you know, it’s been a very good state for me. And certainly she’d be one of the people I’d consider, or for something else maybe. But we have a lot of people. We have a lot of great people in the Republican Party.
Welker’s forthcoming interview with Donald Trump on “Meet the Press” promises to provide viewers with a captivating and revealing discussion on a wide range of political topics, including the potential for a female running mate and the dynamics within the Republican Party. As the political landscape continues to evolve, Trump’s insights remain of great interest to both his supporters and critics alike.
