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Story summary
- U.S. President Donald Trump declined to endorse Vice President JD Vance as his successor.
- He praised Marco Rubio's performance at the Munich Security Conference, saying endorsements are unnecessary now.
- Trump highlighted a rivalry for the GOP's 2028 nomination between Vance and Rubio, noting Rubio's speech drew a standing ovation.
- He criticized Democrats at the conference as embarrassing and praised Rubio.
- This dynamic sets the stage for a competitive 2028 race.
