Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear could be Kamala Harris' VP pick. What he's known for

Anticipation is building around who will be the running mate of Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris and some of the names circling are Pennsylvania Governor Joshua "Josh" Shapiro, Michigan’s governor Gretchen Whitmer and Kentucky's own Gov. Andy Beshear.

Beshear's name has been brought up on ever since President Joe Biden's debate against GOP nominee Donald Trump last month. The Kentucky governor was named in list including The New York Times and The Washington Post as a possible replacement for Biden on the Democratic ticket, The Courier Journal previously reported.

President Joe Biden dropped out of the race on July 21 and Vice President Kamala Harris is now running for president .

Here's what to know about Andy Beshear:

What is Andy Beshear known for?

Andy Beshear, 46, is Kentucky's 63rd governor. The Democrat was first elected in 2019 and won re-election in 2023.

Who is the governor of Kentucky now?

Andy Beshear is the governor of Kentucky.

Is Andy Beshear the Democratic vice president nominee?

Harris hasn't announced her running mate yet, although she might be close to choosing one, USA TODAY previously reported .

Andy Beshear VP pick

Andy Beshear is being vetted as a vice presidential candidate by Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign, The Courier Journal previously reported .

Who is Andy Beshear?

Gov. Beshear is a born-and-raised Kentuckian who was elected as a Democratic governor in the Bluegrass State in 2019, according to his official website. Before acting as governor he served as the state's attorney general, beginning in 2015, and was re-elected as governor in November of 2023 after a successful first term.

What denomination is Andy Beshear?

Beshear and his family are members of Louisville's Beargrass Christian Church.

Who is Andy Beshear's wife?

Andy Beshear is married to Britainy Beshear. They have two children,  Will and Lila, and a dog named Winnie.

What are Andy Beshear's beliefs?

According to Ky.gov, Gov. Beshear is focused on key topics like infrastructure, quality drinking water, affordable healthcare, rebuilding after disasters and more.

What college did Andy Beshear go to?

Gov. Beshear graduated from Vanderbilt University with a bachelor's in political science and anthropology and holds a juris doctorate from the University of Virginia School of Law.

How long is a governor's term in Kentucky?

A governor can be elected for two consecutive four-year terms in the Bluegrass State, according to the Library of Congress Research Guides.

Who is Andy Beshear's father?

Gov. Beshear's father, Steve Beshear , was Kentucky's governor from 2007-2015. The Democrat has been married to Jane Beshear since 1969 and was first elected in 2007 before being re-elected in 2011. Steve was an attorney who also served as a state representative in the Kentucky General Assembly , attorney general and lieutenant governor before seeking out the governor seat.

Steve was raised in Dawson Springs in Hopkins County and holds a bachelor’s and a law degree from the University of Kentucky.

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