Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis has expressed his readiness to step into the governor’s role if needed. Davis, currently serving as the second-in-command to Gov. Josh Shapiro, would complete Shapiro’s term if Shapiro were to be selected as Kamala Harris’ running mate and win the election in November.
Speaking at a press conference in Lancaster on Wednesday, Davis stated, “When you take on this job, you recognize that one day you might be called upon to serve as governor. If that moment comes, we are prepared to continue leading Pennsylvania forward.”
At 34, Davis is the youngest lieutenant governor in the United States and the first Black lieutenant governor in Pennsylvania’s history. Under Shapiro’s leadership, Davis has expanded the responsibilities of the lieutenant governor’s office, including serving as chair of the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, overseeing gun violence prevention and intervention programs.
Davis has long observed Shapiro’s career progression from state representative, county commissioner, state attorney general, to now governor. “He is an outstanding public servant, and I am excited about his continued service to the public,” Davis said.
