Apple News Today Harris is vetting VPs. But do vice presidents really matter?
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Jul 25, 2024 Apple News editor Gideon Resnick discusses Kamala Harris's VP picks and their impact on the election. They also cover housing challenges in California and unusual Olympic stories, including doping scandals and drone espionage.
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Harris’s VP Pick
- Vice President Kamala Harris is the presumptive Democratic nominee and is currently vetting potential running mates.
- Experts discuss the potential impact of her VP choice, including the limited influence VPs historically have on election outcomes.
VP Hometown Advantage
- The perceived "hometown advantage" of a VP pick has little evidence supporting its impact on election outcomes.
- Presidential choices hold significantly more sway over voters than VP choices.
Oakland Encampment Eviction
- Following a Supreme Court ruling, Oakland evicted a homeless encampment at Toll Plaza Beach, offering shelter options.
- Many residents, some with disabilities, refused the offered shelters, citing insufficient accommodations for their needs.