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A Heartbeat Away: How JD Vance Would Run the U.S. if Donald Trump Dies

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From Never Trumper to Trump’s loyal lieutenant, an ambitious hillbilly journey.

Philippe Naughton
Philippe Naughton
JD Vance speaks at Donald Trump's victory rally in Florida.
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Philippe Naughton

Philippe Naughton

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