Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are emerging as top contenders for the 2028 Republican nomination, with both taking over White House press briefing duties in recent weeks.
The press briefing room has become an informal audition stage for the intensifying race to succeed President Donald Trump in 2028.
Vance and Rubio have both impressed in their stints at the podium, with Vance joking about the chaotic atmosphere and Rubio delivering smooth answers to reporters' questions.
Notably, Trump has praised both men, saying they would make a 'perfect ticket' if they ran together, but has yet to endorse either candidate.
While both Vance and Rubio have downplayed their 2028 presidential ambitions, Trump's comments have fueled speculation over who will succeed him in the White House.
