Vance commented on rumors about running in the 2028 election – Politico
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance stated that he is not currently planning a 2028 presidential campaign. He also emphasized his good relationship with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling him a “very dear friend,” and sought to dispel speculation about a possible intra-party rivalry.
This is reported in a Politico article.
During a press conference on Wednesday, the vice president emphasized that he is not planning a campaign for 2028 and considers Marco Rubio a “very dear friend.” Vance responded ironically to a question about the public polls Trump is conducting among his advisors in an attempt to determine which of the two officials has a better chance at the presidency.
“I just don’t think the President of the United States is holding a televised contest to see who will succeed him as his ‘apprentice.’ That’s not at all what you’d expect from a president,” Vance joked, drawing laughter from the room.
At the same time, he added that it is perfectly natural for Trump to be interested in the party’s future and even to “tease” them with Rubio regarding political prospects.
Despite Vance’s attempts to downplay the situation, Donald Trump continues to fuel interest in the topic. According to The New York Times, last Sunday the president actively polled those around him, comparing Vance’s and Rubio’s chances. As early as May 12, Trump conducted an informal poll among those present at the White House and later called the potential pairing of these two politicians a “dream team.”
Although J.D. Vance is officially focused on his work in the current administration, his actions suggest he is preparing for future elections. As chairman of the Republican Party’s finance committee, he is actively traveling the country and building relationships with influential donors. In early May, Vance visited Iowa—the state that traditionally kicks off the U.S. presidential race—where he campaigned for local Republicans.
On the other hand, Marco Rubio, who has become the face of Trump’s foreign policy, also enjoys high approval ratings and support within the White House. However, the secretary of state has repeatedly hinted that he will not run against Vance in 2028. For now, both politicians are trying to project unity, despite Trump’s clear desire to turn the selection of a successor into a public debate.
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