Overview
- On NBC's Meet the Press, Vice President JD Vance said he does not see himself as the MAGA heir and described himself as focused on doing a good job for the American people.
- He said President Trump wants him centered on governing and acknowledged they have discussed media chatter without making any 2028 commitments.
- Vance urged a pause on long‑range presidential talk and said attention should shift to the 2026 midterm elections.
- The Wall Street Journal reported Elon Musk paused plans for an 'America Party' and considered backing Vance, a claim Vance labeled 'completely fake' and Musk derided on X.
- Trump earlier said Vance is 'probably favorite' for the GOP nomination in 2028 and suggested Secretary of State Marco Rubio could be a strong partner with Vance on a future ticket.