Finalist, Not the Pick: Biden Chooses Harris
🪓 Scalped Oct 22, 2026 · On the record: Aug 11, 2020
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Warren was among the leading contenders to be Joe Biden's 2020 running mate.
The record
CNN named Warren one of four leading prospects in June 2020, and The New York Times later reported she was one of four finalists. On August 11, 2020, Biden named Kamala Harris instead.
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