
Biden VP pick: Kamala Harris chosen as running mate
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has named Kamala Harris as his running mate - the first black woman and South Asian American in the role.Once a rival for the top job, the California senator of Indian-Jamaican heritage had long been considered the front-runner for the number two slot. The former California attorney general has been urging police reform amid nationwide anti-racism protests.Mr Biden will face President Donald Trump in the election on 3 November.At a White House news conference on Tuesday, Mr Trump, a Republican, said he was pleased with Mr Biden's choice, adding she did "very, very poorly" in her effort to become the Democratic nominee.Ms Harris will debate Mr Trump's running mate, Vice-President Mike Pence, on 7 October in Salt ...