# Will Rubio and Vance run for President?

Before Jan 2028

Updated: April 30, 2026

Category: Elections

Tags: 2028

HTML: /markets/elections/2028/will-rubio-and-vance-run-for-president/

## Short Answer

**Key takeaway.** Both the **model** and the **market** expect JD Vance and Marco Rubio to run for President as Republicans before January 2028, with no compelling evidence of mispricing.

## Key Claims (January 2026)

**- - Donald Trump actively encourages Vance and Rubio for 2028 President.** - JD Vance is the official 2024 Vice Presidential nominee.
- Vance secured significant early financial backing from Peter Thiel.
- Vance plans to resign Senate seat before January 2027.
- Vance is not expected to launch a typical presidential campaign.

### Why This Matters (GEO)

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## Executive Verdict

**Key takeaway.** **Model**'s **5.9%** gap (**59%** vs 53c) values outcome higher, with Trump's encouragement and Vance's VP status notable.

### Who Wins and Why

| Outcome | Market | Model | Why |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| JD Vance: Republican, Marco Rubio: Republican | 53.0% | 58.9% | Both senators maintain high national profiles, potentially encouraging them to launch 2028 presidential campaigns. |

## Model vs Market

- Model Probability: 58.9% (Yes)
- Market Probability: 53.0% (Yes)
- Yes refers to: JD Vance: Republican, Marco Rubio: Republican
- Edge: +5.9pp
- Expected Return: +11.2%
- R-Score: 0.59
- Total Volume: $4,431.31
- 24h Volume: $0
- Open Interest: $2,756.25

- Expiration: January 1, 2028

## Market Behavior & Price Dynamics

This market, which asks if both Marco Rubio and J.D. Vance will run for President before January 2028, has demonstrated a stable, sideways trading pattern. The probability has remained within a narrow 8-point range, fluctuating between a high of 59.0% and a low of 51.0%. After opening at 55.0%, the price currently sits at 53.0%, indicating minimal net change over the observed period. The chart does not show any significant, sustained breakouts or breakdowns. Instead, it suggests the market has established a support level near 51.0% and a resistance level around 59.0%. The price is currently hovering near the midpoint of this established range.

Trading volume provides insight into market conviction, which appears to be low. A significant portion of the total volume occurred on the first day of trading, establishing the initial price. Subsequent trading has been sporadic and light, as indicated by sample data points showing zero volume. This pattern suggests that while initial interest set the odds slightly in favor of "Yes," there hasn't been enough new information or speculative pressure to drive the price decisively in either direction. The lack of consistent volume and the tight price range imply that traders are in a holding pattern, reflecting a general state of uncertainty about the future political ambitions of both individuals. The market sentiment is one of cautious equilibrium, pricing the event as a slightly-better-than-50/50 proposition without strong conviction.

## Contract Snapshot

This market resolves to Yes if both JD Vance and Marco Rubio announce presidential campaigns for the 2028 Republican U.S. presidential nomination. All announcements must occur before January 1, 2028.

It resolves to No if either individual does not announce, or if any single component becomes impossible, as this is a combination market requiring all specified outcomes. Outcomes are verified from the candidates' X (formerly Twitter) accounts.

## Market Discussion

Limited public discussion available for this market.

## Market Data

| Contract | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | Last Price | Volume | Open Interest |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| JD Vance: Republican, Marco Rubio: Republican | 53% | 58% | 53% | $4,431.31 | $2,756.25 |

## What Are Donald Trump's Signals for the 2028 Election?

Vance's Designation | Likely heir apparent and successor [[^]](https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-suggests-vance-is-his-likely-heir-apparent-2028-2025-08-06/), [[^]](https://uat.apnews.com/article/vance-rubio-trump-successor-gop-2028-maga-a0113173b83209b26866530ff0d97b52) |
GOP Nomination Endorsement | Explicitly endorsed both for 2028 GOP nomination [[^]](https://aarr.org/trump-rules-out-third-term-backs-vance-and-rubio/) |
Donor Engagement | Asked donors to choose between Vance and Rubio [[^]](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-reportedly-asked-donors-pick-173035924.html) |

**Donald Trump actively encourages JD Vance and Marco Rubio for 2028**

Donald Trump actively encourages JD Vance and Marco Rubio for 2028. Trump has publicly and privately indicated strong support for both individuals concerning the 2028 presidential race, explicitly endorsing them for the GOP nomination [[^]](https://aarr.org/trump-rules-out-third-term-backs-vance-and-rubio/). He has specifically referred to Vance as his "likely heir apparent" [[^]](https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-suggests-vance-is-his-likely-heir-apparent-2028-2025-08-06/) and "successor" [[^]](https://uat.apnews.com/article/vance-rubio-trump-successor-gop-2028-maga-a0113173b83209b26866530ff0d97b52). Trump has lauded both as "extraordinary" [[^]](https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-hails-vance-rubio-extraordinary-duo-hammer-velvet-glove) and "fantastic" [[^]](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-17/trump-calls-rubio-vance-fantastic-amid-2028-speculation), and has publicly suggested the idea of an "unstoppable" Vance/Rubio team, urging them to "get together" for the 2028 election cycle [[^]](https://floridapolitics.com/archives/762385-donald-trump-floats-unstoppable-jd-vance-marco-rubio-team-in-2028/), [[^]](https://floridapolitics.com/archives/750398-donald-trump-urges-jd-vance-marco-rubio-to-get-together-for-2028/).

Beyond public statements, Trump engages donors to shape potential candidates. He has reportedly asked donors to choose between Vance and Rubio, demonstrating his active role in guiding potential frontrunners for 2028 [[^]](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-reportedly-asked-donors-pick-173035924.html). While the majority of reports highlight Trump's encouragement and endorsements, one source presents a contrasting view, asserting that Donald Trump "refuses to endorse Marco Rubio or JD Vance for President" [[^]](https://www.thedailybeast.com/donald-trump-refuses-to-endorse-marco-rubio-or-jd-vance-for-president/).

## When Will Vance's and Rubio's PAC Q1 2025-Q4 2026 Financial Data Be Public?

Vance's PAC Fundraising (Q1 2025-Q4 2026) | Not yet publicly available [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00770495/) |
Rubio's PAC Expenditure (Q1 2025-Q4 2026) | Not yet publicly available [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00770495/) |
Public Data Availability | Reflects past financial activity, not future projections [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00770495/) |

**Future financial data is not yet publicly accessible**

Future financial data is not yet publicly accessible. Information detailing fundraising totals and expenditure reports for Q1 2025 through Q4 2026 for Vance's 'Protect Ohio Values PAC' and Rubio's 'Reclaim America PAC' is not currently available to the public. Political action committees (PACs) are required to file disclosure reports with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) covering past financial activity [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00770495/). These filings are typically made on a quarterly or monthly basis, depending on the PAC's activity levels [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00770495/).

Future disclosure reports cannot be analyzed now. Consequently, financial data for future reporting periods, such as those occurring in 2025 and 2026, will only become accessible after these periods have concluded and the respective committees have submitted their mandatory filings. Therefore, it is impossible to compare the fundraising totals or expenditure reports for Vance's and Rubio's PACs during this future timeframe. Similarly, without these filed disclosures, it is not possible to ascertain whether these PACs are hiring national-level political consultants or increasing travel expenditures to Iowa and New Hampshire, which would signal a national campaign infrastructure build-out [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00770495/).

## Are Vance and Rubio Competing for 2028 Presidential Donor Networks?

J.D. Vance Donor Network | Co-founder of Rockbridge Network with Peter Thiel [[^]](https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/inside-billionaire-network-shaping-maga-142157773.html) |
Rockbridge Network Purpose | "Dark money group" promoting conservative and libertarian causes [[^]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rockbridge_Network) |
2028 Donor Data Availability | No specific post-2024 FEC filing data for Vance or Rubio on high-dollar contributions for a 2028 presidential run [[^]](https://www.opensecrets.org/political-action-committees-pacs/reclaim-america-pac/C00500025/pac-to-pac/2024) |

**J.D**

J.D. Vance has garnered significant early financial backing from Peter Thiel's network. Vance notably co-founded the Rockbridge Network, a 501(c)(4) social welfare organization established in 2022, alongside Peter Thiel and other figures [[^]](https://in.marketscreener.com/business-leaders/PETER-THIEL-180/news/Tech-donor-network-co-founded-by-JD-Vance-seeks-to-push-America-to-the-right-47690544/). This network is dedicated to advancing conservative and libertarian causes and is recognized as a component of a larger billionaire network actively shaping the future of the conservative movement [[^]](https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/inside-billionaire-network-shaping-maga-142157773.html). Reports indicate that Thiel's associated network played a crucial role in initiating and endorsing Vance's political trajectory, thereby establishing a distinct lane of financial support for Vance from this specific donor base [[^]](https://css.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/07/28/jd-vance-peter-thiel-donors-big-tech-trump-vp/?itid=mr_technology_1).

Comparable information for Marco Rubio's 2028 donor commitments is currently unavailable. The provided web research does not contain details regarding early commitments for a potential 2028 presidential campaign from the Thiel network, the establishment-aligned Koch network, or historically pro-Rubio Florida-based donors. The available sources, including general FEC summaries and specific PAC searches, predominantly pertain to 2024 election cycle activities or offer broad insights rather than specific post-2024 high-dollar contributions to affiliated PACs for a future presidential bid [[^]](https://www.opensecrets.org/political-action-committees-pacs/reclaim-america-pac/C00500025/pac-to-pac/2024). Consequently, based on the research provided, it is not possible to analyze whether Vance and Rubio are currently competing for the same financial resources or cultivating separate donor lanes through post-2024 FEC filings for a 2028 presidential run.

## How Does 2024 VP Nomination Impact Vance and Rubio's 2028 Bids?

2024 VP Nominee | J.D. Vance [[^]](https://www.npr.org/nx-s1-5040236) |
Rubio's 2024 VP Status | Considered but not chosen [[^]](https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/25/politics/marco-rubio-trump-vp-pick-hopeful/index.html) |
Potential 2028 Presidential Contenders | J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio [[^]](https://kalshi.com/markets/kxvancerubiorun/will-vance-and-rubio-run-for-president/kxvancerubiorun-28jan) |

**J.D**

J.D. Vance was officially selected as the 2024 Vice Presidential nominee. Senator Vance was officially chosen as Donald Trump's running mate for the 2024 election [[^]](https://www.npr.org/nx-s1-5040236). Prior to this announcement, both Vance and Senator Marco Rubio were among a group of individuals seriously considered for the nomination [[^]](https://apnews.com/article/trump-vice-president-rubio-vance-burgum-scott-8b6a3a22eecdfff668a5002ddfd3af18). Despite being a strong contender, Senator Rubio was not ultimately selected for the 2024 Vice Presidential slot [[^]](https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/25/politics/marco-rubio-trump-vp-pick-hopeful/index.html). Consequently, Vance will now actively campaign as the declared nominee, while Rubio's period of consideration for the 2024 ticket has concluded.

The VP outcome significantly shapes both Vance's and Rubio's 2028 prospects. The selection for the 2024 Vice Presidential nomination directly impacts both J.D. Vance's and Marco Rubio's potential paths toward a 2028 presidential bid. Both individuals have been identified as potential successors for 2028, with Donald Trump reportedly elevating them as future prospects [[^]](https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/trump-elevates-marco-rubio-jd-vance-potential-successors-2028-rcna205189). A prediction **market** is currently open regarding whether Rubio and Vance will run for President before January 2028 [[^]](https://kalshi.com/markets/kxvancerubiorun/will-vance-and-rubio-run-for-president/kxvancerubiorun-28jan). Vance's current national prominence as the Vice Presidential nominee could serve as a direct springboard for a 2028 campaign. Senator Rubio, not having secured the 2024 VP nomination, retains his senatorial platform to build support for a potential 2028 presidential bid [[^]](https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/trump-elevates-marco-rubio-jd-vance-potential-successors-2028-rcna205189).

## Are Vance and Rubio Planning Post-2026 Presidential Campaign Moves?

JD Vance Senate Departure | Projected to resign before January 2025 to become Vice President-elect [[^]](https://www.reuters.com/world/us/vice-president-elect-jd-vance-resign-us-senate-seat-ahead-inauguration-2025-01-09/) |
Marco Rubio Senate Term End | January 2029 [[^]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marco_Rubio) |
Marco Rubio FEC Status | Active committee for Senate re-election [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00620518/?cycle=2026) |

**JD Vance is not expected to undertake typical presidential campaign launch actions**

JD Vance is not expected to undertake typical presidential campaign launch actions. He is projected to resign from his Senate seat before January 2025, in anticipation of his inauguration as Vice President-elect [[^]](https://www.reuters.com/world/us/vice-president-elect-jd-vance-resign-us-senate-seat-ahead-inauguration-2025-01-09/). Consequently, he would not be a sitting Senator during the period following the 2026 midterm elections and before January 2028, and therefore would not launch a book tour, form a presidential exploratory committee, or resign from a Senate seat for a presidential run during that timeframe.

Marco Rubio has no confirmed plans for a 2028 presidential bid. While there are discussions regarding a potential 2028 presidential campaign [[^]](https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-vance-rubio-2028-presidential-race-17633f754d9d842cc391d86b9ebe7a78), the available research does not definitively state that he will launch a book tour, announce a presidential exploratory committee with the FEC, or resign from his Senate seat after the 2026 midterm elections and before January 2028. His current Senate term is scheduled to end in January 2029 [[^]](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marco_Rubio), and he maintains an active FEC committee for his Senate re-election campaign [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/committee/C00620518/?cycle=2026). The sources discuss his aspirations rather than confirming these specific procedural actions for a presidential run.

## What Could Change the Odds

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## Key Dates & Catalysts

- **Expiration:** January 08, 2028
- **Closes:** January 01, 2028

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