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Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, seeking to strengthen her campaign's appeal in the Midwest.

Keywords: Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, Midwest

Source: Valley News Live

Update At: 8/7/2024

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