13 MAY 2026.
A new poll showing Secretary of State Marco Rubio defeating Vice President JD Vance by double digits in a hypothetical 2028 Republican primary is sending shockwaves through conservative political circles. According to the AtlasIntel survey highlighted by Mediaite, Rubio now leads Vance by roughly fifteen points among GOP voters, a dramatic reversal from earlier assumptions that Vance was the uncontested heir apparent to the MAGA movement. (Mediaite)
Much of Rubio’s recent momentum appears tied to his increasingly high profile role in foreign policy, particularly during the Iran conflict and his widely circulated media appearances that many conservatives viewed as polished, confident and presidential. Some analysts believe Rubio is successfully positioning himself as a more disciplined and broadly electable version of Trump era populism, while Vance continues struggling with favorability issues and perceptions that he lacks executive presence. (The Washington Post)
President Donald Trump has so far avoided endorsing either man publicly, reportedly floating both Rubio and Vance as possible future standard bearers for the Republican Party. (The Times of India)
Still, it is very early. Polling this far out often reflects media momentum and public mood more than hardened political reality. But one thing is now undeniable: Rubio is no longer viewed as a relic of the pre Trump Republican Party. He is rapidly becoming one of the most serious contenders for the post Trump future of the GOP.
SHOCK POLL: Marco Rubio Beats JD Vance by Double Digits in 2028 Primary Showdown
A shocking new survey from AtlasIntel suggests that there may a new favorite to win the Republican Party’s presidential nomination in 2028.
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The Desert Rose Band’s “She Don’t Love Nobody” is pure late 1980s country gold, blending tight harmonies, jangling guitars and that unmistakable California country sound Chris Hillman mastered so well. The song captures heartbreak with an easygoing polish that somehow makes loneliness sound smooth and radio ready. It is traditional country filtered through Byrds style folk rock sensibilities, which is exactly why it still holds up decades later. There is no overproduction, no gimmick, just strong songwriting, clean musicianship and a melody that instantly sticks in your head.
Desert Rose Band “She Don’t Love Nobody.”
Desert Rose Band live. New Country 1988
