Clinton selects Tim Kaine as presidential running mate

Hillary Clinton has selected Tim Kaine as her running mate in the upcoming US presidential election.

Making the announcement via Twitter, Mrs Clinton said the junior Senator from Virginia, had "devoted his life to fighting for others".

Commentators had predicted his selection based on his Spanish-speaking skills, which could help cement her popularity among the Hispanic population; as well as his position in Virginia, seen as a key state for victorious presidential candidates in the past.

He also took to Twitter to announce his delight, revealing he would be hitting the ground running by starting on the campaign trail in Miami on Saturday.