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Republican Presidential Nominee 2028

39% YES
$426.6M volume · Resolves Nov 7, 2028 · 964 days left
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Intelligence Brief
Most likely: J.D. VanceLOW

Marco Rubio underpriced at 25%

J.D. Vance leads the 2028 Republican presidential nomination race, with Marco Rubio trailing significantly.

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Key Signals

J.D. Vance leads GOP presidential primary candidacy, poll says
↑ J.D. Vance
A June 2025 Emerson College Polling survey shows Vice President J.D. Vance leading the 2028 Republican presidential primary with 46% support, followed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio at 12%.
Poll Shows Vance With Big Lead For 2028 GOP Presidential Nomination
↑ J.D. Vance
A May 2025 J.L. Partners survey indicates Vice President J.D. Vance holds a commanding lead with 46% support, while Florida Governor Ron DeSantis trails at 8%.
Turning Point USA's Erika Kirk backs Vice President JD Vance's potential 2028 presidential bid
↑ J.D. Vance
In January 2026, Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, publicly endorsed Vice President J.D. Vance for the 2028 presidential race, signaling strong support within conservative circles.

Pancake Assessment

1J.D. Vance38%- fair
2Marco Rubio25%↑ underpriced
3Ron DeSantis3%- fair
4Tucker Carlson2%- fair
5Donald Trump2%- fair

J.D. Vance's consistent lead in multiple polls and endorsements positions him as the frontrunner for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination. However, the political landscape can change, and other candidates may gain traction as the election approaches.

Outcomes

J.D. Vance
39%
Marco Rubio
26%
Tucker Carlson
3%
Ron DeSantis
3%
Donald Trump
2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Republican Presidential Nominee 2028 prediction market?
This market will resolve to “Yes” if the named individual wins and accepts the 2028 nomination of the Republican Party for U.S. president. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No”. The resolution source for this market will be a consensus of official Republican Party sources. Any replacement of the Republican nominee before election day will not change the resolution of the market.
When does this market resolve?
This market is scheduled to resolve on Nov 7, 2028.
What is the strongest signal for this market?
J.D. Vance leads GOP presidential primary candidacy, poll says: A June 2025 Emerson College Polling survey shows Vice President J.D. Vance leading the 2028 Republican presidential primary with 46% support, followed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio at 12%.
What is the biggest risk?
A major political event, such as a significant policy failure or scandal involving a leading candidate, could dramatically shift voter support and alter the current standings in the race.