Vance's muted response to Iran war raises 2028 questions as Rubio's star rises Mar 15, 2026 · The Washington Times AI News Desk · washingtontimes.com read more » The U.S. attack on Iran has shaken the political calculus surrounding the 2028 Republican presidential race, injecting new uncertainty into what had been a settled assumption that Vice President J.D. Vance would lead the ticket. Read more »