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CPAC's Post-Trump Debate: Vance Tops Rubio for 2028 Nominee
politics13 days ago

CPAC's Post-Trump Debate: Vance Tops Rubio for 2028 Nominee

At CPAC 2026 in Grapevine, Texas, JD Vance won the conference straw poll for the 2028 GOP nomination with 53% of votes, edging Marco Rubio at 35%. The non-scientific poll, which drew about 1,600 attendees, occurred without Trump, highlighting a budding intra‑party contest over the post‑Trump path. Rubio remains a leading figure in diplomacy and foreign policy for the administration, while Vance’s hawkish past and personal backstory keep him a strong Carson-like contender; some younger conservatives leaned toward Rubio, signaling shifting but unsettled dynamics as the GOP maps its future.

politics14 days ago

Democrats wrestle with Hasan Piker’s expanding influence in party battles

Hasan Piker, a popular left-wing streamer, is rising as a Democratic surrogate and potential influencer for the 2028 race, fueling internal debate about embracing a broader, younger coalition vs. managing the baggage critics say he carries. His planned Michigan stump and other high-profile appearances underscore a strategy to energize voters, while some Democrats and aides warn that his controversial past could play to opponents. The article surveys reactions from within the party, outlines who might share a stream with him, and frames the discussion around how big a tent the party should be as it pursues competitive midterms and future campaigns.

politics18 days ago

Democratic 2028 hopefuls steer away from AIPAC as Israel debate heats up

Democrats eyeing the 2028 White House bid are distancing themselves from AIPAC as liberal voters grow wary of Israel policy; Cory Booker has sworn off AIPAC money, Gavin Newsom says he never took it, and Ruben Gallego vows not to accept it, among others who have dodged the group or criticized its influence. AIPAC and its allies push back, arguing it will still back pro-Israel voices, but the retreat signals a potential primary flashpoint as Israel and Gaza policy reshapes the Democratic field.

Democratic Governors Mobilize to Counter Trump's Policies
politics1 year ago

Democratic Governors Mobilize to Counter Trump's Policies

Democratic governors are preparing to resist President-elect Trump's administration by vowing to protect freedoms in their states and challenging controversial proposals. Governors like California's Gavin Newsom and Massachusetts' Maura Healey have pledged to oppose policies such as mass deportations. This resistance echoes the opposition seen during Trump's first term and highlights the role of Democratic governors as key opponents, especially with a Republican-controlled Congress. The situation also positions these governors as potential contenders for the 2028 presidential race.