It was at this campaign appearance where Trump praised former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.
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The next day, Corker called The Washington Post.
Corker, a former Chattanooga mayor who was on the short list of Trump’s choices for the vice presidential slot, told the Times Free Press today he informed TrumpTuesday that he didn’t believe he was cut out for a role as a vice presidential candidate or vice president. His relationships with foreign ministers around the world was also seen as an asset to the foreign policy lacking Trump. Bob Corker (R-TN) withdrew his own name, noting there were people “far more qualified” than he to serve that post. “I found him to be very, unbelievably courteous and considerate”, he said.
A pair of key potential running mates for Donald Trump have taken their names out of consideration, but Gov. Mike Pence remains in the mix. She told Politico in an interview Wednesday that she plans to help Trump’s campaign but wants to continue as a senator.
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“I made that very clear to him that I’m focused on Iowa”.
Many think Corker might be considered for positions like Secretary of State or Treasury Secretary. “And Iowa is where my heart is”, she added. “He is so well-rounded, served as governor, and I think he’s a great conservative”.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, TV station KCRG reported that it had confirmed with Ernst’s staff that she wants stay in the Senate.
Corker’s brief run in the veepstakes, which included interviews with Trump, his children and his campaign staff, has well-positioned the Tennessee Republican for a top Cabinet post should Trump go on to win the White House, political analysts say.
Moreover, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, an early supporter of Trump after abandoning his own presidential bid, is also under consideration as a possible No. 2.
“He’s got a lot of support among senior aides”, Caputo said. Trump is reportedly announcing his pick next week, ahead of the Republican National Convention.
Trump has been taking his potential running mates out for test drives, bringing them on tour as he travels across the country in the days before he officially names his vice president.
A number of GOP lawmakers have not yet backed Trump but say they hope to, perhaps, one day, depending on how the campaign plays out or in some cases whether Trump meets criteria they’ve laid out.
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Mr. Trump told the crowd that even if Mr. Gingrich isn’t his vice president, he’d be “involved with our government”. He said Trump and his team have “a tremendous opportunity in front of them”.
