Clinton picks her running mate

Hillary Clinton has named Senator Tim Kaine as her running mate as she prepares to take on Donald Trump in the race for the White House. The Democratic candidate for president announced the news in a text message to her supporters.

'I'm thrilled to tell you this first: I've chosen Sen. Tim Kaine as my running mate. Welcome him to our team.'

She said moments later on Twitter: ‘I'm thrilled to announce my running mate, @TimKaine, a man who's day devoted himself for fighting for others.