Trump may skip endorsing in 2028 GOP primary as field expands

President Donald Trump said he may not endorse a candidate in the 2028 Republican presidential primary, stating in a post-midterm interview that he might be "better off not getting involved" in the race to choose his successor. Trump's comments follow the GOP's loss of both the House and Senate in last week's midterm elections, which has intensified early jockeying among potential contenders. Vice President JD Vance is viewed as the frontrunner, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Sen. Ted Cruz, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis have also drawn attention with their post-election assessments. The potential 2028 field includes several other figures, such as former Vice President Mike Pence, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, former Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, and former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. Trump has repeatedly touted the party's "unbelievable bench of talent" as the nomination battle begins to take shape.