Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a potential pick for Vice President Kamala Harris, has unexpectedly canceled a series of fundraising events in the Hamptons. The decision comes just days before Harris is set to announce her running mate.
Initially scheduled to headline three separate events in the affluent New York island towns, Shapiro’s team informed hosts that he would no longer be attending. While the exact reason for the cancellation remains unclear, a spokesperson for Shapiro mentioned that his schedule had changed, prompting him to stay in Pennsylvania with his family.
One of the events that Shapiro was meant to attend was organized by Michael Kempner for his campaign committee, while another was a “summer soiree” for a youth advocacy organization called The Next 50. Despite the sudden change in plans, the quieter weekend schedule will prevent further media speculation about Shapiro’s potential role as Harris’s running mate.
The decision to cancel the Hamptons fundraisers has raised questions about Shapiro’s availability and commitment to his own campaign. With Harris expected to announce her choice soon, Shapiro’s absence from the events could impact his chances of being selected as her running mate.
In the midst of the anticipation surrounding Harris’s VP pick, Shapiro’s last-minute schedule change has added a new layer of uncertainty to the already intense speculation. As the public waits for Harris’s announcement, the focus will now shift to how Shapiro’s decision to prioritize his family obligations will influence his political future.