Vance’s 2028 presidential prospects in Iowa depend on Trump’s legacy and the economy

Wed, 06 May 2026 08:57:00 +0200

Vice President JD Vance made his first trip to Iowa as vice president, rallying support for Republican Congressman Zach Nunn in a competitive district while quietly testing his appeal ahead of the 2028 presidential race. Iowa Republicans welcomed him warmly, but they are also closely watching whether the Trump–Vance administration can fix the economy and foreign‑policy challenges that are weighing on voters. Vance’s political future is tightly tied to President Donald Trump, who still enjoys strong support in Iowa despite low approval ratings driven by an unpopular war in Iran and economic concerns. Rally attendees and party strategists stressed that Vance must help revitalize the economy and broaden his own profile beyond the Trump brand if he wants to be a serious 2028 contender.

The article highlights that Trump’s tariff policies and overseas conflicts are hurting Iowa’s agricultural sector, with higher diesel prices and reduced export markets raising costs for farmers. Vance ackno