Vance and Rubio want to be Trump’s successor. But his war may damn them both
- Posted on September 19, 2026
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In brief
Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio are both positioning themselves as potential successors to Trump ahead of the 2028 presidential election. However, their ambitions face a critical challenge as escalating tensions with Iran threaten to derail their political trajectories. Managing military conflict while maintaining presidential viability requires careful diplomatic navigation, creating significant political risk for both officials seeking to capitalize on Trump's political legacy.
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Vance and Rubio want to be Trump’s successor. But his war may damn them both
The Vice President and Secretary of State both have eyes on the presidency in 2028. They must navigate the minefield of the Iran war first
