As Donald Trump begins his search for a running mate who complements his own characteristics, former Republican presidential nominee John McCain says he should choose someone who would bring unity to a fractured GOP.
“Pick someone who would unite the party,” McCain told CNN’s Jake Tapper on Sunday.
Asked about Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst, whose name has been floated as someone the Trump campaign may be vetting, the Arizona senator heaped praise on her.
“Joni Ernst would be tremendous. She is really remarkable,” said McCain. “I think there’s a number of members in the Senate.”
Interestingly, McCain also suggested House Speaker Paul Ryan, who stirred controversy last week after telling CNN he’s “not ready” to endorse Trump.
“He was obviously helpful to the Romney ticket, although I’m not sure he would want to do that again,” McCain said.
“I think there’s a lot of people out there he could choose from,” he added.
Trump has said that he will reveal his vice presidential pick at the GOP convention in July.
McCain himself picked then Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate. Ernst has often drawn comparisons to Palin.
