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New 2028 presidential election poll released — and it’s terrible news for Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris
Rubio Surge
The latest polling shows Rubio making a notable jump, moving into close range of Vance among Republican voters. That shift suggests his role in foreign policy and higher national profile may be translating into stronger early support.
Vance still appears to have a built-in advantage as vice president, but the data indicate that Republican voters are not fully settled on him as the inevitable successor.
Inside GOP Race
This matters because early Republican contests often reward candidates who can unify donors, activists, and establishment figures. If Rubio continues rising, the party could face a real choice between loyalty to the current administration and a more traditional, globally focused Republican message.
Donor preferences may become a major factor as well, especially if influential financiers and strategists begin signaling support for one contender over another.
Next Moves
The next phase will likely be shaped by polling in key early states, endorsements from Trump-aligned figures, and the candidates’ decisions about how openly to prepare for a 2028 run. A close race now leaves room for either Vance or Rubio to claim momentum later.
For now, the Republican field looks competitive rather than settled, with no candidate yet establishing a decisive lead.