Is Rubio Running Without Running?
The most enthusiastic supporters of Vice President JD Vance’s presidential ambitions have a ready response whenever Secretary of State Marco Rubio makes conservatives stand and cheer:
TL;DR
- JD Vance is the current frontrunner for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination, with significant institutional leverage.
- Vance faces potential challenges related to the Iran war and the public's negative perception of Trump's economic policies, including tariffs.
- Marco Rubio has maintained a high approval rating and a strategic distance from the administration's unpopular policies.
- Rubio's recent speeches, particularly one in Athens, have been widely praised, positioning him as a potential alternative.
- Despite Vance's current lead, Rubio is seen as a viable contender if Vance's status erodes.