Noem Endorses Trump at SD Fundraiser, Seen as Audition for Potential 2024 VP Pick
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Gov. Kristi Noem endorsed Trump at a SD GOP fundraiser, positioning herself as a potential VP pick. She said she'd help Trump "win and save this country."
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Trump praised Noem and sees the endorsement as important. Some held "Trump-Noem 2024" signs, seen as auditioning Noem as VP.
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Noem previously said Trump didn't offer the GOP the "best chance" in 2024 but now won't challenge him given his dominance. She said she'd join his ticket "in a heartbeat."
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The event let Noem get face time with Trump as he considers 2024 picks. Allies hoped it would create a potential presidential ticket image.
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Trump has relied on state GOP events rather than traditional large rallies, given his legal costs. He'll return to early voting state Iowa this weekend.