Former President Donald Trump's campaign has been actively preparing opposition research books on various potential Democratic candidates for the upcoming election. Sources familiar with the matter have revealed that Vice President Kamala Harris, California Gov. Gavin Newsom, and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer are among the individuals being closely monitored. However, the primary focus of the opposition research has been on Vice President Harris.
There is a strong belief within the Trump campaign that Democrats will rally behind Harris due to her historic role as the first Black woman to serve as vice president. The campaign strategists speculate that bypassing Harris could potentially create internal challenges for the Democratic party.
While Trump's associates have publicly expressed their desire for Harris to replace President Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee, privately, there are concerns about all potential candidates. The campaign is wary of any changes that could invigorate Democratic voters and lead to increased turnout in the upcoming election.
It is noteworthy that Trump's team had been hoping for President Biden to remain in the race, indicating a strategic preference for facing a known opponent rather than a potentially more energized Democratic candidate.
