JD Vance: From Critic to Vice President and GOP Power Player

Vice President-elect JD Vance is set to enter the White House with a close-knit team of loyalists from his campaign and Senate tenure, many of whom share his populist-conservative views. Key figures include Jacob Reses, James Braid, and Bryan Gray, who have been instrumental in his political journey. Vance's team also includes influential strategists like Andy Surabian and Jai Chabria, who have strong connections within GOP circles. With President-elect Trump unable to run again, Vance is already seen as a potential 2028 presidential candidate.