Rumors circulate that JD Vance and Marco Rubio are vying for influence in Donald Trump's political orbit, with Pete Hegseth's base appeal and Iowa being key factors.
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Updated Aug 29
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Rumors circulate that JD Vance and Marco Rubio are vying for influence in Donald Trump's political orbit, with Pete Hegseth's base appeal and Iowa being key factors.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- During the GOP convention in Dallas, the political landscape shifted with Marco Rubio, JD Vance, and Ron DeSantis all present, while Michael Wolff covered Trump's political career.Sub-event
- Kirk laid groundwork for Vance's presidential campaign, pushing Trump to select Vance as running mate, with Iowa and New Hampshire being key factors.Sub-event
- The leading Republican contenders, including JD Vance, Marco Rubio, and Pete Hegseth, are facing scrutiny regarding their viability, funding needs, and factional support.Sub-event
Succession rumors involving Trump, Vance, and Rubio intensify, with Hegseth and Iowa factors.1 source
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The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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JD Vance
vice president of the United States since 2025
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Pete Hegseth
United States Secretary of Defense
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Marco Rubio
72nd United States Secretary of State since 2025
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