JD Vance vs Ted Cruz: 2028
JD Vance and Ted Cruz are both potential candidates for the Republican nomination in 2028. They would be competing for the same primary voters. No one has formally declared yet, so this is a comparison of where each stands, not a result.
JD Vance- Age (2026)
- 41
- Home state
- Ohio
- Age in 2029
- 44
Percentages are a snapshot of the Polymarket 2028 presidential winner market (June 2026). They move constantly and mostly track name recognition this far out - they are not forecasts.
JD Vance: where things stand
The sitting vice president and presumed Republican frontrunner. He has acknowledged he is considering 2028 and made an early-state trip to Iowa in 2026.
Standing: The clear early Republican frontrunner, at or near the top of every 2028 GOP primary poll in mid-2026.
Ted Cruz: where things stand
The 2016 runner-up and Texas senator has said he expects to seek the presidency again and was reported to be weighing a campaign.
Standing: Says he expects to run again 'at some point'.
JD Vance vs Ted Cruz: FAQ
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