Tom Cotton considered as a strong contender for Trump's running mate in 2024
- Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas, a top contender for Trump's running mate, prioritized being a father over a potential 2024 White House run.
- Donald Trump is showing interest in Tom Cotton as a running mate for his experience and ability to run a disciplined campaign.
- Cotton's focus on family values and political ambitions hint at a significant decision for the 2024 elections.
Join Fox News to see this content. Enter a correct email address. Senator Tom Cotton from Arkansas is being considered as a potential running mate for former President Trump. Recent reports suggest that Cotton might be moving up on Trump's list for the GOP's vice presidential nominee. Cotton, who easily won re-election in the 2020 Senate race in Arkansas, spent a lot of time in 2021 and 2022 campaigning for fellow Republicans in the midterm elections. However, just before the 2022 midterms, Cotton announced that he would not run for President in 2024. In an interview, he explained that his decision was based on his family and that he might consider running in the future when his children are older and understand his work better. Cotton mentioned that he had discussions with Trump about winning the upcoming election and the importance of electing a Republican Congress to fix the issues caused by Biden's presidency. Cotton's potential selection as Trump's running mate shows Trump's interest in choosing someone experienced and capable of running a focused campaign. This move indicates that Trump values these qualities over other factors when selecting a vice-presidential candidate. Trump has not disclosed his top choices publicly but has mentioned other potential candidates like Rubio, Vance, Carson, and Stefanik. Trump's consideration of Cotton as a top contender aligns with his goal of minimizing risks and distractions for his presidential campaign.