The President of the United States, Donald Trump, spoke out about a possible political future for Marco Rubio and left the door open —though without making any commitments— to a scenario in which the current Secretary of State could run for president in 2028.
During a press exchange aboard Air Force One, Trump was directly asked if he would support Rubio as the leading candidate within the Republican Party in the upcoming presidential elections.
“Marco Rubio received very positive reviews in Munich. Is there any scenario in which you would support him as the main candidate in 2028?” asked a reporter.
Trump avoided giving a definitive answer, but praised both Rubio and current Vice President JD Vance, noting that they are both strong figures within his administration.
"It's not something I need to worry about right now. I have three years left, so it's not something I need to concern myself with," Trump responded.
He then added: “JD is fantastic and Marco too. They are both fantastic. And I think Marco did a great job in Munich.”
Rubio gains international prominence
The comments come after Rubio received positive attention at the Munich Security Conference, a key venue for global diplomacy where the Cuban American—now head of U.S. foreign policy—has increased his international visibility.
Although Trump did not explicitly mention a future presidential endorsement, his words indicate that Rubio remains a relevant figure within Trumpism and a potential contender in the post-Trump Republican landscape.
Succession in the Republican Party?
With Trump already projecting the remainder of his term, the conversation about who will lead the Republican movement in 2028 is gaining traction. JD Vance emerges as a natural heir, but Rubio, with his own political weight and significant support among conservative and Cuban-American voters, remains a strong contender.
For now, Trump is merely praising him... but the question is already on the table.
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