Summary
Polls show that Vice President JD Vance's chances of becoming the Republican nominee for the 2028 presidential election are decreasing. His lead over Donald Trump Jr. has been shrinking in recent surveys, which may be related to President Trump's declining approval ratings.
Key Facts
- JD Vance is the current Vice President and considered a possible candidate for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination.
- Polls by McLaughlin & Associates show Vance's lead over Donald Trump Jr. has decreased from 20 points in August to 10 points in November.
- A survey from November 17 to 24 included 439 voters.
- President Donald Trump's approval rating is at its lowest since returning to office, impacting Vance's polling.
- Other polls, however, show Vance with a stronger lead; one by YouGov in November showed him with 42% support.
- Some political commentators suggest that Vance's close connection to President Trump may affect his popularity.
- Texas Senator Ted Cruz and possibly other Republican figures are rumored to be considering running in 2028.
