Kentucky Democratic Party chair Colmon Elridge applauded Harris's choice, saying he understands "the kitchen table issues that matter most to Americans." Eldidge calls Walz a champion for working families, affordable healthcare and reproductive rights, among other causes.
It was an honor to be considered in this process, but @Tim_Walz is a great friend and a great choice. I fully support this new ticket and will work to elect @KamalaHarris as our next President of the United States.
— Andy Beshear (@AndyBeshearKY) August 6, 2024
The decision ends Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear's stretch as a VP contender. UK elections analyst Joshua Douglas says that means it's back to the governor's office.
"He's the governor until he takes another position," he says.
On X, Beshear posted that it was an honor to be considered, describing Walz as a "great friend and a great choice," adding he fully supports the new ticket. Beshear was asked recently if — in the event of a Harris win — he might consider a cabinet position. On that question, the governor sounded less than enthusiastic.
"Well, I haven't heard anything about that and... I don't have any thoughts on on that. I love being governor. That would be a hard sell on me," he responded.
Now, Beshear says he will continue to work to elect Vice President Harris in the fall.
