Tulsi Gabbard Declines Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s VP Offer
Gabbard's decision comes amid her and Kennedy's shared disillusionment with the Democratic Party.
- Tulsi Gabbard, former Democratic Congresswoman from Hawaii, declined an offer to be Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s running mate in his independent presidential bid.
- Gabbard cited her meetings with Kennedy and their friendship but did not disclose specific reasons for her decision to decline the offer.
- Kennedy has since announced Nicole Shanahan as his vice-presidential pick, a Silicon Valley lawyer and investor.
- Gabbard has previously expressed openness to joining former President Donald Trump's ticket as a potential vice-presidential candidate.
- Kennedy and Gabbard have both publicly expressed disillusionment with the Democratic Party, leading to their departures.