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Polis: If Harris needs a "balding gay Jew" running mate, call him

Alayna Alvarez

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis talks to CNN'S Dana Bash yesterday. Screenshot: CNN

Colorado Democratic Gov. Jared Polis would consider being Vice President Kamala Harris' 2024 running mate if asked.

What he's saying: The popular two-term governor told CNN's Dana Bash on Monday that he would "take a serious look at it" if the opportunity comes up to run alongside Harris — but his phone "hasn't rung yet."

"Look, if they do the polling and it turns out they need a 49-year-old balding gay Jew from Boulder, Colorado, they've got my number," he quipped.

Yes, but: Polis noted that he's happy where he's at now. "I love the job I'm doing," he said. "I love Colorado."

Catch up quick: Polis on Sunday quashed rumors of his own presidential bid when he endorsed Harris after Biden's bombshell announcement to drop out of the race.

In statements on X, the governor said he's "thrilled" to support Harris and called her "the next President of the United States."

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