Trump Dismisses Haley as Potential Running Mate

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Donald Trump denied reports that he is considering Nikki Haley, the distant runner-up for the Republican presidential nomination, as his running mate. Despite a contentious primary, Trump, who selected Haley as his ambassador to the UN in 2017, expressed his goodwill towards her. Haley has not yet endorsed Trump.

Trump Denies Considering Nikki Haley for VP Spot

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Donald Trump has dismissed a media report suggesting he might pick Nikki Haley, a previous contender for the Republican presidential nomination, for his running mate. Despite their contentious primary, Trump, the expected nominee, has conveyed his best wishes to Haley, whom he appointed as UN ambassador in 2017. As of now, Haley has not endorsed Trump.

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