As presumptive GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump considers potential running mates, two vice president contenders could put a Senate selection in the hands of a Republican governor who has previously clashed with the former president.

If Trump were to select Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., Gov. Ron DeSantis would then choose his replacement, while if Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, were tapped, Gov. Mike DeWine would pick the new senator.

Both DeSantis and DeWine have sparred with Trump in the not-too-distant past, which has led to speculation their appointments might not meet the standards of the 45th president’s MAGA movement.

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