GOP: Noem up in smoke; Scott, Burgum rise in Trump VP race

Republican senators say South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s (R) viability as a vice presidential candidate has gone up in smoke after she admitted to shooting a 14-month-old puppy, and they are looking to other contenders to round out former President Trump’s ticket. Republican lawmakers who have spoken to Trump say he will be “strategic” in his choice and that loyalty will be a top consideration. Several GOP senators are touting Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) as their pick for Trump’s running mate. These lawmakers argue Trump should pick someone who is...