Politics & Government

Is Paul Ryan in St. Pete?

The GOP vice presidential hopeful may be sequestered somewhere in St. Petersburg, prepping for his debate against Vice President Joe Biden.

Was that Paul Ryan?

Sharp-eyed residents may catch a glimpse of the Republican vice presidential hopeful in St. Petersburg today, according to TBO.com.

Media reports place the Wisconsin Congressman in the 'burg, prepping for his Thursday night TV debate against Vice President Joe Biden.

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From the posh Vinoy Hotel in downtown St. Petersburg to Caddy's on the Beach, Ryan could turn up just about anywhere, perhaps to work on his tan or get some R&R prior to the debate.

If Ryan is getting help or advice from a Tampa Bay mentor for the televised debate, it is anyone's guess who that political guru might be.

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Could it be U.S. Rep. Bill Young, the longest-serving member of Congress? What do you think?

Do you think you saw Ryan around town? Where -- and with whom -- might the VP pick be staying?


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