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In the immediate aftermath of Donald Trump’s 2020 nomination, the political landscape was fraught with uncertainty—especially regarding Trump’s running mate. Notably, at the Republican Convention, Vance was not an obvious choice; critics and party insiders initially raised concerns. Some prominent supporters explicitly requested Trump not to pick Vance, citing doubts about his loyalty or electability. Historically, Vance had even labeled Trump as “America's Hitler” during the 2016 campaign, making his endorsement seem unlikely.