politics
March 29, 2026
What the CPAC straw poll says
WHAT THE CPAC STRAW POLL SAYS. The Conservative Political Action Conference finished up its convention this weekend in Dallas with the traditional straw poll of attendees. Vice President JD Vance emerged as the leading 2028 prospect, with 53% of the vote. Secretary of State Marco Rubio placed second with 35%. No one else had above 2%.
TL;DR
- JD Vance led the CPAC straw poll for 2028 prospects with 53% of the vote.
- Marco Rubio secured second place with 35% in the CPAC poll.
- The 2025 CPAC poll showed Vance with 61%, a different lineup compared to this year.
- The CPAC poll is described as unscientific but indicative of activist sentiment.
- Marco Rubio's role as secretary of state has boosted his profile in the 2028 race.
- Real polls show Vance ahead in the 2028 Republican race, followed by Donald Trump Jr. and Rubio.
- All potential 2028 candidates are linked to the outcomes of Donald Trump's presidency.
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