Summary
President Donald Trump is planning for someone to succeed him in the 2028 presidential election, with candidates like Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as potential options. However, divisions within the MAGA movement and the rise of other contenders, such as Marjorie Taylor Greene and Ted Cruz, could impact his succession plans.
Key Facts
- President Trump is considering who will follow him as the Republican candidate in the 2028 election.
- Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are mentioned as possible successors by Trump.
- Vance has a 56% chance of being the Republican nominee in 2028, according to Polymarket.
- Marjorie Taylor Greene's chances went from 2.7% in August to 4% in November, but she has dismissed rumors of running.
- Texas Senator Ted Cruz, who previously ran against Trump, might also be considering a run in 2028.
- The MAGA movement is divided on issues, such as Trump's economic policies and involvement in foreign affairs.
- Trump's criticism of Greene and events like Tucker Carlson's interview with controversial figures may increase these divisions.
