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VP JD Vance Leads 2028 GOP Race Amid Pence Speculation

11/10/2025

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Vance Leads Polls

Vice President JD Vance leads in support for the 2028 Republican presidential race with 35% backing, ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump at 28%.
Speculation about Mike Pence's candidacy has surged, despite statements that he is unlikely to run.
A viral post claimed Pence might consider a bid, attracting significant attention.
Recent polling shows Pence has less than 1% support among Trump supporters.
No official candidates have declared for the upcoming election.

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Vance and Rubio Rise

The Washington Post analyzes the 2028 Republican race, naming Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as heirs to President Donald Trump.
Trump acknowledges their prominence, saying they could form an unstoppable group.
Other notable figures include Donald Trump Jr., Ron DeSantis, and Senator Ted Cruz, now loyal to Trump.
Dark horses Kristi Noem and health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. embrace deportation policies and vaccine skepticism.

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Vance Leads Polls

Vice President JD Vance leads in support for the 2028 Republican presidential race with 35% backing, ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump at 28%.
Speculation about Mike Pence's candidacy has surged, despite statements that he is unlikely to run.
A viral post claimed Pence might consider a bid, attracting significant attention.
Recent polling shows Pence has less than 1% support among Trump supporters.
No official candidates have declared for the upcoming election.

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