Vice President JD Vance recently discussed his thoughts on potentially receiving President Donald Trump’s endorsement for a presidential run in 2028. During an interview with journalist Mark Halperin on his platform 2Way, Vance expressed uncertainty about whether he would secure Trump’s backing “right out the gate.” The conversation took place amid the political focus on the upcoming midterm elections as Republicans aim to retain control of Congress.
Vance stated that his primary concern is the midterm elections, and he is not entirely sure about running for president in 2028. However, he believes that if he decides to run, he would eventually receive Trump’s endorsement. When Halperin asked if Trump’s endorsement would happen immediately, Vance responded, “I would think so, but I don’t know, man,” noting that he hasn’t discussed the matter with Trump yet.
Halperin suggested it might be unusual for Vance to share his 2028 ambitions with Trump and not receive an immediate endorsement. Vance disagreed, saying, “No, I don’t think it’d be weird.” He conveyed that Trump’s endorsement holds significant weight and that it’s beneficial for individuals to run their own race. Vance mentioned that there might be a scenario where Trump allows the political process to unfold without immediately endorsing a candidate.
Earlier in the interview, Halperin referred to past comments by Vance, asserting that Trump’s endorsement would almost certainly determine the Republican primary winner. Vance highlighted that while this holds true for both major parties, Trump’s endorsement carries unique significance. He explained that Trump’s support indicates to voters that a candidate is not controlled by party elites, as Trump initially gained trust from everyday voters despite opposition from party leaders.
“That’s the person they say, ‘Okay, if Trump is with a guy, that must mean that the elites are against that guy,'” Vance stated. He believes Trump’s endorsement is more influential than any other political endorsement historically, despite Trump being only one vote among many.
Vance’s uncertainty about Trump’s endorsement comes after Trump suggested he might consider Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a “dream team” for the 2028 election. At a previous event, Trump teased the idea of pitting Vance against Rubio for his endorsement, yet he did not clarify who he would prioritize.
Elaine Mallon, a writer for Fox News Digital, reported these developments as part of her coverage of national politics.
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