
US Vice President JD Vance is apparently distancing himself from Donald Trump after the Republican election debacle
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The Republicans suffered a defeat in the 2026 midterms in the USA. US Vice President JD Vance is apparently distancing himself from Donald Trump. An opponent of the defense minister triumphs, and “MAGA Mike” Johnson quits.
US Vice President JD Vance is apparently distancing himself from Donald Trump after the Republican election debacle. An opponent of the defense minister triumphs. And: “MAGA Mike” Johnson throws out. The live analysis.
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The conflict between JD Vance and Donald Trump within the Republican Party will continue to escalate.
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