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Marco Rubio Rejects Rumors of 2028 Presidential Bid, Says He’ll Stay in Trump Team
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🗓 06 Nov 2026, 06:44 AM
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed Thursday reports that he plans to quit the Trump administration to run for president in 2028, saying he is still weighing his options after the GOP’s midterm setbacks.
Marco Rubio, serving as the United States secretary of state, publicly refuted media reports on Thursday that he intends to resign from the Trump administration to pursue a presidential campaign in 2028. The denial was reported by The New York Times and echoed by NDTV. The speculation surfaced after the Republican Party suffered notable defeats in the recent midterm elections, prompting analysts to question the future political ambitions of senior officials. Rubio said he is currently evaluating his options but did not confirm any intention to leave his post or to launch a presidential bid, emphasizing that his focus remains on his current responsibilities.