Democrat Hillary Clinton was close to announcing a vice presidential running mate last night, with US senator Tim Kaine of Virginia leading a small group of contenders under consideration to help her do battle with Republican rival Donald Trump.

Republican presidential contender Donald Trump has reportedly selected Mike Pence to be his running mate.

Republican presidential contender Donald Trump has decided who will be his running mate, his campaign chairman said.

Donald Trump is on the verge of picking his vice presidential running mate.