Donald Trump questions JD Vance's suitability as MAGA successor

Donald Trump JD Vance MAGA succession social media criticism 2028 election

President Donald Trump has privately expressed doubts about Vice President JD Vance's ability to lead the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement after him. In conversations with aides, Trump reportedly mocked Vance over his handling of Iran policy, a diplomatic trip to Pakistan, frequent vacations, and a public mishap where Vance dropped a championship trophy. The president has also compared Vance with Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a possible 2028 Republican nominee.

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles has advised Vance to curb his social‑media activity, noting that public online disputes are unbecoming for a vice president. Vance confirmed he deleted the X app from his phone and has not reinstalled it, saying the break improves his productivity. The White House denies any rift, asserting that Vance remains a trusted deputy.

These internal discussions signal uncertainty about the vice president’s future role within the Trump‑aligned Republican Party as the 2028 election approaches.

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Trump casts doubt on JD Vance’s potential to carry MAGA forward ahead of 2028 race: NYT Report [desitalkchicago.com]

about 2 months ago

White House advised Vance to refrain from using social media – NYT | Ukrainian News - EUROPE SAYS [www.europesays.com]

about 2 months ago

Is JD Vance the 2028 front-runner? Trump has questions - Hawaii Tribune-Herald [www.hawaiitribune-herald.com]

about 2 months ago

Trump turns GOP succession chaos into must-watch TV —and nobody can stop him [www.alternet.org]

about 2 months ago

Donald Trump, JD Vance Feud Rumours: POTUS' Private Mockery of VPOTUS Exposed in Explosive White House Leaks [www.ibtimes.co.uk]

about 2 months ago