Who knows what the political landscape will be in 2028?
History tells us that many nominees do not get the nomination the very first time they run in presidential primaries.
If Trump wins this year, his running mate will be a strong contender in 2028, but being Trump’s VP doesn’t mean he or she will be the odds on favorite.
Reagan lost to Ford in 1976. Bush lost to Reagan in 1980. Dole lost to Bush in 1988. McCain lost to Bush the younger in 2000. Romney lost to McCain in 2008.