Vice President Vance Dismisses Media-Created Conflict with Secretary Rubio
Vice President JD Vance has firmly dismissed ongoing media speculation about a supposed "conflict" between him and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, as both men are reportedly considering presidential runs in 2028. In an exclusive interview with Fox News host Martha MacCallum on "The Story," Vance addressed the rumors directly, calling them a media creation without basis in reality.
"No Conflict Exists" Says Vance
"I think it's so interesting the media wants to create this conflict where there just isn't any conflict," Vance told MacCallum during the Tuesday interview. "Marco's doing a great job. I'm trying to do as good of a job as I can. The president's doing a great job. We're going to keep on working together," he added, emphasizing the collaborative nature of their relationship within the administration.
The Vice President's comments come at a time when political observers have been closely watching both men's public appearances and statements for signs of positioning ahead of the 2028 presidential election cycle. Vance made it clear that such speculation is premature and distracting from their current responsibilities.
Munich Security Conference Contrast
The timing of Vance's remarks is particularly significant as they follow Secretary Rubio's widely praised performance at the Munich Security Conference over the weekend. According to reports from The Hill, Rubio received a standing ovation at the conclusion of his speech and earned praise from President Trump for his diplomatic approach.
This stands in contrast to Vance's own keynote address at the same conference one year earlier, where he reportedly criticized Washington's European allies more harshly. The differing reception to their respective Munich appearances has fueled speculation about their political futures and potential rivalry.
Trump's Perspective on Both Men
President Trump himself addressed questions about both men's political futures over the weekend when asked whether he would support Rubio for the 2028 nomination. "JD's fantastic, and Marco, they're both fantastic, I think, really. And I think Marco did a great job in Munich," Trump told reporters, while adding that it was "something I don't have to worry about now."
Vance echoed the President's perspective during his Fox News interview, arguing that the current administration still has three more years to focus on governing rather than future political campaigns. "I think the president is very smartly saying we've got three years to go, and how about everybody focuses on the job the American people elected us to do rather than something that is very far in the future," Vance stated.
Close Friendship and Shared Goals
Perhaps most significantly, Vance revealed the depth of his personal relationship with Rubio during the interview. "Marco is my closest friend in the administration," he disclosed. "I think he's doing a great job for the American people but most importantly, we all have to continue doing a good job for the American people from the president on down."
This personal revelation adds important context to the political speculation, suggesting that any perceived tension between the two men is more a product of media narrative than actual interpersonal dynamics. As 2028 approaches, both Vance and Rubio will likely continue to face questions about their political ambitions, but for now, both men appear focused on their current roles within the administration.
The Vice President's comments represent a clear attempt to redirect attention from future political contests to present governance challenges, while simultaneously reinforcing the strength of his working relationship with Secretary Rubio and their shared commitment to the administration's agenda.
