Trump family meets Indiana governor Mike Pence as VP talk grows

Donald Trump and Mike Pence appeared at a rally together on Tuesday (Image: Reuters)

Republican Donald Trump and his family have met Indiana governor Mike Pence as speculation grows that he could be his vice-presidential pick.

Mr Trump, the likely nominee, and his children were seen leaving the Pence home in Indianapolis.

The businessman is expected to name his vice-presidential pick this week.

Mr Pence endorsed former candidate Senator Ted Cruz in May but said he would support whoever is the Republican nominee.

Mr Trump, his daughter Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner were seen leaving the mansion.

At a rally in Indiana on Tuesday night, Mr Trump said of Pence: "I don't know whether he's going to be your governor or your vice president, who the hell knows?"

Mr Pence joined him onstage and was received warmly by the crowd.

Other potential VP candidates reportedly being considered are former House of Representatives Speaker Newt Gingrich, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and retired Lieutenant General Michael Flynn.

Mr Trump is to be nominated as the official Republican pick at the Republican National Convention next week.