Trump's Heir: Who Are You, JD Vance?
Vice President JD Vance receives a central role in the Trump administration, and leads, among other things, the negotiations with Iran. But in the past week he found himself in a public argument with Trump…
Assessment
Vance is being positioned as Trump's heir apparent, but his public clash with Trump over Iran policy reveals a real tension. He argued that lowering oil prices matters more than stopping Iran's nuclear program, a stance that could put him at odds with pro-Israel hawks. The question is whether Vance can hold his own policy line while staying in Trump's shadow. His path to the 2028 nomination may require moderating those positions, especially on Israel.