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JD Vance embraces tricky role as Trump midterm messenger and potential successor
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from cnn.com · United States · North America
JD Vance is taking on a complex role as a messenger for Trump in midterm elections and is being considered a potential successor. This highlights a developing dynamic within a political party.
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