Is the Republican Establishment Trying to Politically Kill JD Vance?

Are the deep state and Republican establishment engaged in an op to take down JD Vance?   In today's episode of “Next Up with Mark Halperin,” Mark's reported monologue analyzes Vance's headline-making interview with Joe Rogan, examining what the reaction reveals about the vice president's political standing and his relationship with the Republican old guard. Mark also shares his latest reporting on why he believes President Trump may be preparing to escalate the conflict with Iran, while actor Ethan Suplee opens up about losing more than 300 pounds and the lifelong mindset that helps him keep the weight off. Plus, former Washington Post CEO Fred Ryan joins the show to discuss the importance of civility, rebuilding trust in the media, and how Americans can have more productive conversations across political divides.   Sewer Sentry Environmental Technologies: See how smart tech protects both the environment and your budget at https://www.sewersentry.com   Acre Gold: Turn your pocket change into physical 24-karat gold and enter to win a limited-edition Hot Wheels gold bar at https://GetAcreGold.com/Mark   Lean: Get 20% off plus free rush shipping when you go to https://TAKELEAN.com and use code NEXTUP   Follow Next Up with Mark Halperin on all social platforms: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuphalperin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nextuphalperin X (Twitter): https://x.com/NextUpHalperin     Connect with Mark Halperin on social media: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/markevanhalperin X (Twitter):  https://x.com/markhalperin   Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:   Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-with-mark-halperin/id1810218232   Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2f0n8G4xqUo8aGxbbbtRjH%3Fsi%3D8e4ff54000cc438d Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.