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Virginia Gov. Youngkin supports Vance as GOP nominee for president in 2028

Youngkin endorsed JD Vance for the 2028 GOP nomination but emphasized the priority of winning the 2026 midterms to maintain and grow Republican congressional majorities.

  • On 'Fox News Sunday,' Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin backed Vice President JD Vance for 2028, saying `I think Vice President Vance would be a great nominee`.
  • Among right‑wing activists, Turning Point USA and Luna signalled early support as Erika Kirk vowed to mobilize her group and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna backed Vance at AmericaFest last month.
  • Focusing on Congress, Glenn Youngkin, Governor of Virginia, stressed the 2026 midterm elections and the need to keep and expand House and Senate majorities.
  • The state shift raises stakes for GOP efforts in upcoming federal races as Democrat Governor‑elect Abigail Spanberger, who presided over Democratic gains in 2025, will succeed Youngkin.
  • Youngkin's backing comes as other conservatives endorse Vance years early, but he urged focusing on the here and now despite early GOP consolidation ahead of 2028.
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Just the News broke the news in Washington, United States on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
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