'Race to the bottom': Trump's six VP contenders trolled as they converge at Republican donor retreat

WASHINGTON, DC: At a Republican gathering in Florida this weekend, Donald Trump will host many possible vice presidential choices. This will allow him to watch his prospective running mates in action and use them as a draw to bring in donations, according to Reuters.

Notably, On Friday and Saturday, May 3 and 4, Trump will host a two-day retreat in Palm Beach, which is anticipated to draw more than 400 donors and prominent lawmakers.

VP hopefuls converge in Palm Beach for Republican donor retreat

The event will support Trump's fragile finances, which have been depleted by legal bills, and it may serve as a means of assuring supporters regarding the campaign's status given that he is presently occupying most of his time in a Manhattan courtroom for his criminal trial regarding a hush-money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels.

A copy of the retreat's agenda seen by Reuters lists US Senators Marco Rubio, Tim Scott, and JD Vance; US Representative Elise Stefanik; and governors of North Dakota and South Dakota, Doug Burgum and Kristi Noem, as possible vice presidential candidates, as expected attendees.

Notably, Burgum and Scott competed against Trump for the 2024 Republican nomination before dropping out. US House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson will also address the guests.

Ford O’Connell, a Republican operative in Florida said, "Trump is skillfully using his VP contenders as an added bonus at these events. He’s using this to raise money and change the news cycle."

Notably, Trump's opponent in the general election on November 5 will be Democratic President Joe Biden.

Notably, Trump's pollster Tony Fabrizio, along with co-campaign managers Chris LaCivita and Susie Wiles, will inform attendees on the status of the race. They will also receive a briefing on the topic of 'election integrity'.

Moreover, the Four Seasons hotel in Palm Beach will host the majority of the event, and on Saturday, Trump will hold a fundraiser lunch at his Mar-a-Lago estate. The invitation said that only those who have contributed $25,000 for Trump or $100,000 by couples for Trump would be eligible to attend the retreat.

Advisors claim that since the running mate will not be formally nominated until the Republican convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in July, Trump is not in a rush to choose one.

Moreover, according to some Trump advisors, Noem's value has dropped in Trump's eyes following her admission in her most recent memoir that she shot a 14-month-old puppy for being disobedient.

Internet trolls Trump as he sets to host VP potential candidates in Palm Beach

Several people on the internet ended up trolling as Donald Trump is set to host many possible vice presidential choices at a Republican gathering in Florida this weekend.

A user posted on X, "Also known as the great race to the bottom" while one added, "Try outs??? WTF, the best cheerleader wins??"

A person also wrote, "All of whom are absolutely terrifying prospects" whereas one mentioned, "I like it when he combines endeavors. In this case combining grifting with a VP pagent."

A person also stated, "Will they all have to do special tasks and work together as a team? Would Krist Noem play the Omarosa character or would Stefanik?" while one said, "Is it going to be an island, where the 1% hunt the losing candidates for sport?"

A user also wrote, "I wonder if he will have a swimsuit competition."

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