"South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem Set to Endorse Trump at Friday Rally, Sources Confirm"

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is expected to endorse former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in her home state, fueling speculation about her role in his potential 2024 bid for the White House. Noem, who initially distanced herself from Trump after the 2020 elections, has since changed her tune and remained in contact with the former president. While she has not confirmed her interest in the vice presidency, Noem's actions suggest she is keeping her options open for a potential role in a Trump administration. Republican strategists see a federal office in her future, possibly even a primary challenge against GOP Senator Mike Rounds in 2026. Trump advisers insist there have been no serious conversations about a running mate, but Trump has hinted at the possibility and expressed a desire for loyalty in his selection. Other potential running mates include Rep. Elise Stefanik, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, Rep. Byron Donalds, and Kari Lake.