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Mitt Romney Predicts Vice President-elect J.D. Vance Will Be GOP Nominee in 2028, Declares 'MAGA is the Republican Party'

Dec 15, 2024, 07:55 PM

Senator Mitt Romney (R-Utah) has predicted that Vice President-elect J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) will be the Republican Party's nominee for the 2028 presidential election. In his remarks, Romney stated, "MAGA is the Republican Party," acknowledging the influence of former President Donald Trump and his movement within the GOP. Despite his previous criticisms of Trump's character, Romney conceded that Trump and the MAGA faction now define the party. This prediction reflects a significant shift in the Republican landscape, as Romney, a prominent figure in the party, aligns with the current direction led by Trump and Vance.