Vice President JD Vance Leads GOP 2028 Nomination Poll with 46% Support

Vice President JD Vance has emerged as the clear frontrunner for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination, leading with 46% support among registered Republican voters in a May poll by J.L. Partners. This significant lead surpasses other potential candidates, including Florida Governor Ron DeSantis with 8%, Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy with 7%, and both Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Senator Ted Cruz at 6%. Vance, known for his 2016 memoir "Hillbilly Elegy" and his role as a staunch Trump ally, was selected as Trump's running mate in 2024 and is recognized for effectively communicating key administration priorities. President Trump has praised both Vance and Rubio as strong successors to his movement, emphasizing a robust GOP bench. Political analysts suggest Vance's early consolidation of support positions him favorably for the nomination, though the race remains fluid with more than three years until the election. Vance's appeal is bolstered by his Midwest roots and ability to connect with Trump's base, making him the likely favorite to secure the GOP nomination if he maintains momentum.