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Donald Trump is yet to secure the Republican presidential nomination, but the race is already heating up for the vice-presidential position on his ticket. Allies and former rivals of the former president have begun making appearances on the campaign trail, rallying support and pledging their loyalty to Trump. While Trump himself has stayed relatively quiet about his preferred candidate, he mentioned during a Fox News interview that there is no rush to make a selection and that it will not have a significant impact. However, he did mention that there is a 25% chance he might choose a particular person he considers a good and standard candidate. With Trump keeping the public in the dark, several Republicans have emerged as potential vice-presidential contenders. New York Representative Elise Stefanik is among the top candidates. Once a moderate and hesitant Trump supporter, Stefanik has shifted towards the right wing in recent years, becoming one of Trump's most loyal defenders. As the highest-ranking woman among House Republicans, Stefanik gained recognition for her work on Trump's first impeachment defense team and for her viral confrontation with two Ivy League college presidents. Stefanik has expressed openness to serving in the Trump administration in any capacity. Tim Scott, a prominent black Republican and senator, was also considered as a potential vice-president. Although his optimistic conservative campaign failed to gain traction, he endorsed Trump and expressed his support at a rally. Scott's claim to the VP conversation was bolstered when he appeared on stage with Trump during a victory speech in New Hampshire and received praise from the former president. JD Vance, the junior senator from Ohio, is another contender. Previously a self-identified "never-Trumper," Vance transformed into a loyal follower of Trump, which played a crucial role in his successful Senate bid. While Vance initially stated that he believes he could be more useful to Trump in the Senate, he hasn't ruled out the possibility of serving as vice-president. Kari Lake, a former TV anchor who ran for Arizona governor, gained a dedicated Republican following due to her charisma and support for Trump's baseless claims of election fraud. Although she experienced defeat in the governor's race and subsequent legal battles, Lake announced her candidacy for the US Senate. While she plans to focus on her Senate campaign, she remains a fervent ally of Trump. Sarah Huckabee-Sanders, a former White House press secretary, has also been suggested as a potential vice-presidential candidate. She served in the Trump administration for almost two years and has been a strong defender of the former president. However, Sanders has indicated that she is not interested in returning to the White House and is content serving as governor. As the race for the Republican vice-presidential nominee unfolds, Trump's ultimate decision and the impact of his choice remain to be seen.