Nikki Haley Raises Eyebrows With Statement About 2028

the party’s leadership after Trump is growing. Vance is expected to play a prominent role in the midterms as finance chair of the Republican National Committee.

Rubio’s current Cabinet roles have kept him in the national spotlight, which aides say could boost his profile relative to Vance, who draws less media attention despite his position as vice president.

Trump has not publicly endorsed a specific successor, and advisers said he continues to frame the discussions as informal.

But Rubio has publicly touted Vance. “If JD Vance runs for president, he’s going to be our nominee, and I’ll be one of the