White House denies report that Rubio may resign after midterms for 2028 run

The White House angrily denied a report that Secretary of State Marco Rubio is considering resigning after the midterms to prepare a 2028 presidential run, with a spokesperson calling the reporters "glue-sniffing hacks." The Independent, citing unnamed Republican and U.K. sources, said Rubio might leave following the Republican loss of both chambers, with one insider saying he must distance himself from the Iran war. A Rubio ally noted he cannot run for president while serving, and the paper said up to five Cabinet members may depart. Other sources disputed the claim, suggesting Rubio may stay for stability or to oversee Cuba's government fall. Rubio said in September he had no plans to run, and would step aside for Vice President JD Vance. The State Department called the report "baseless fake news," while Ambassador Sergio Gor is a reported replacement contender.