VEEPSTAKES POTPOURRI

--Florida Gov. Crist gets a congratulatory call from McCain about his recent engagement.

--The Chicago Tribune examines the possibilities of Rhode Island Sen. Jack Reed for Obama and former Ohio Rep. Rob Portman or Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. for McCain.

--Tom Ridge is expected to throw a $500 per-person fundraiser for McCain at the University Club in Washington on July 31.

--Former CEO of Hewlett-Packard and McCain adviser Fiorina tells USA Today a potential running mate doesn’t need government experience, could use a business background.