Trump announces Ohio Senator Vance as his running mate. | WPN World People News

Former U.S. President Trump, representing the Republican Party, announced his candidacy for the White House once again. On the 15th, he announced that his running mate would be Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, who is also the author of the bestseller "Hillbilly Elegy." Although some media outlets suggest that an experienced running mate is necessary to boost votes, Trump's popularity surged significantly after facing challenges during a rally in Pennsylvania, making the experience of the running mate less crucial.

Trump posted on Truth Social that after long deliberation, Vance is the most suitable candidate for Vice President. Vance has had an outstanding career in the technology and finance sectors, and "he will work tirelessly to make America great again." Vance will also focus on American workers and farmers in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, Minnesota, and other regions.
Forty-year-old Vance comes from a blue-collar family and had a challenging upbringing. Due to his family's poverty, he joined the military right after high school and served in the Iraq War. Afterward, he attended a local university and later earned a law degree from Yale University. His 2016 memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy," depicts the struggles of the American working class and received widespread acclaim, even being adapted into a film. Vance was first elected as a Senator in 2022, officially entering politics.

In terms of foreign policy, Vance adheres to "realism," prioritizing American interests and opposing military aid to Ukraine. On the issue of Taiwan, Vance advocates for strategic ambiguity, believing that the United States should make it difficult for China to attack Taiwan, but if China does launch an attack, the U.S. should act at the appropriate time. Vance has expressed anger over Trump's actions during last year's Capitol riot, stating that "better options" are available. This presidential race for the White House will be closely watched.