Potential Harris running mates face the final exam

Vetting and selecting vice presidential candidates usually takes months, but like every other aspect of this campaign, presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris has been working at hyperspeed since she entered the race on July 21. With her new running mate expected to join her on stage no later than Tuesday, the selection process is now in its final hours.

On Friday, The New York Times reported that vetting of the potential running mates has been completed after a Washington law firm reviewed candidates and presented the results to Harris. Reports are that this high-speed vetting was no fun for the potentials.

Harris will reportedly be holding one-on-one sessions with each of the candidates over the weekend. It’s hard to imagine how vital these talks will be and how much is at stake. It’s enough to make the most confident governor, senator, or Cabinet secretary break out in a cold sweat.