Secretary of State Marco Rubio just dodged a political curveball with the finesse of a seasoned diplomat, refusing to speculate on a 2028 White House run while tossing a hearty endorsement to Vice President JD Vance.
In a revealing Saturday sit-down with Fox News' Lara Trump, Rubio made it crystal clear he's laser-focused on his current gig, while simultaneously hyping Vance as a potential "great nominee" for the presidency down the road, Daily Mail reported.
Rubio, ever the loyal soldier, emphasized his commitment to serving as Secretary of State through January 2028, or for as long as the president wishes him to stay. "And I want to do this job as long as the president allows me to do it," Rubio declared. Well, that’s dedication—perhaps a subtle reminder to the progressive crowd that duty trumps personal ambition in some corners of Washington.
Continuing his thoughts, Rubio mused on the impact of his tenure, suggesting that if he can keep pushing forward at the current pace, he’ll look back with pride. "I made a difference, I had an impact," he said, painting a picture of service over self. It’s a refreshing stance in an era where careerism often overshadows country.
Not content to just sidestep his future, Rubio pivoted to praising Vance, calling him a "close friend" and applauding his work as vice president. "He's doing a great job," Rubio noted. One has to wonder if this buddy-buddy shout-out is just camaraderie or a calculated nod to the MAGA base.
Rubio didn’t hold back on his optimism for Vance’s potential candidacy, stating he’d be a stellar choice if he opts to run. It’s a glowing review, though some might smirk at the idea of politicians playing kingmaker so early in the game. Still, it’s hard to fault Rubio for backing a colleague he respects.
Polymarket data backs up Rubio’s enthusiasm, pegging Vance as the frontrunner for 2028 with a 27 percent chance of clinching the White House. Trailing behind are California Gov. Gavin Newsom at 14 percent and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at 10 percent, with Rubio himself sitting at a modest 6 percent. Looks like the oddsmakers see Vance as the man to beat, even if the future remains a political crystal ball.
Other names in the mix include Pete Buttigieg at 8 percent, and both President Donald Trump and Donald Trump Jr. at 3 percent each, though Trump’s ineligibility for another term raises eyebrows on that bet. It’s a crowded field of speculation, but Vance’s lead suggests he’s already capturing imaginations—or at least algorithms.
Behind the scenes, Vance has been playing peacemaker within the Trump administration, working to cool tensions over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. According to a White House insider, Vance personally urged FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino and Director Kash Patel to stick around rather than resign in protest. That’s the kind of quiet leadership that doesn’t always make headlines but sure moves the needle.
Vance also stepped up publicly, slamming a Wall Street Journal story about a supposed letter from Trump to Epstein as "complete and utter bulls**t." Forgive the language, but his frustration is palpable—and perhaps justified, given the media’s occasional rush to sensationalize. It’s a bold defense of the president against what Vance sees as shoddy journalism.
Digging deeper, Vance questioned the ethics of publishing such a story without showing the letter to Trump first. "Doesn’t it violate some rule of journalistic ethics?" he asked pointedly. It’s a fair jab at a press corps often criticized for prioritizing clicks over credibility.
Vance further aligned himself with Trump by supporting the push to release pertinent grand jury testimony in the Epstein case, echoing a fired-up message from Donald Trump Jr. A source close to Vance noted he’s "following President Trump’s lead" on policy wins like the One Big Beautiful Bill. That’s team loyalty, plain and simple, and a signal to skeptics that this administration isn’t just about drama.
The same source highlighted that Vance is zeroed in on achievements that impact everyday Americans, not just internal squabbles. "There’s a lot the Vice President can be talking about," they said. It’s a pragmatic focus that might just resonate with folks tired of endless political theater.
Back to Rubio, his sidestep on 2028 ambitions leaves room for speculation, but his endorsement of Vance speaks volumes about where his loyalties lie. While progressive voices might scoff at this as typical GOP posturing, it’s worth noting that Rubio’s commitment to his role offers a counterpoint to the left’s narrative of self-serving politicians. In a polarized age, that’s a small but meaningful olive branch.
So, while the 2028 race remains a distant horizon, Rubio and Vance are playing their parts in shaping the conservative vision for America. Whether it’s Rubio’s steady hand at State or Vance’s rising star, the right-of-center faithful have reasons to watch closely. And if the woke brigade underestimates this duo, they might just find themselves outmaneuvered when the time comes.
