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FT News Briefing

Trump’s JD Vance strategy

Jul 16, 2024
09:32
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Ohio senator JD Vance is Trump's VP pick, focusing on swing states and populist views. The US judge dismisses a case against Trump. The FT's Mehul Srivastava discusses the failed $230mn Gaza pier built by the US.
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  • Trump aims to appeal to swing states with VP pick JD Vance for his populist ideology.
  • US-built Gaza pier faces challenges hindering aid delivery due to political complexities and distribution hurdles.

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JD Vance: Trump's VP Pick

Former President Donald Trump announced Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his Vice Presidential pick. Vance, a rising star in the Republican Party, gained fame through his book on poverty-stricken communities. Vance's shift from a Trump critic to the VP nominee reflects Trump's aim to appeal to swing states with a populist ideology. This choice signals a focus on the conservative base rather than the broader electorate.

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