Sen. Tim Scott, a potential contender to become former President Donald Trump’s running mate, said Sunday that their discussions at a weekend donor retreat in Florida did not include the matter and that he hopes Trump will pick a person who will help the country unite and heal.

The South Carolina Republican further told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that he expects Trump to announce his decision on his running mate in the next 60 days or so.

“I certainly didn’t bring it up,” Scott said. “I’m excited that in this nation a poor kid from South Carolina can rise to the level of being a United States senator. It just tells me that all things are possible for kids growing up in poverty today, to listen to this show and know that all things are possible for your future.”

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