CNN NEWS recently quoted Vice President JD Vance in an interview with USA Today, when he affirmed that he was “ready to take responsibility if anything happens” to former President Donald Trump. This statement immediately caused a stir in public opinion, especially in the context that Mr. Trump has been absent from the media for a considerable period of time, raising doubts and speculations about his health status as well as his current political position.

According to observers, JD Vance’s public affirmation of his readiness to take over power is not just a simple statement, but also reflects the unusual situation taking place internally. People question: is Mr. Trump really having serious problems, to the point of needing an alternative in the near future?

What is more noteworthy is Mr. Trump’s prolonged absence from media and political events. Known as someone who never lets himself fall into “silence”, his sudden disappearance has made many people think that this is no longer a political strategy, but may be related to health factors. In addition, unconfirmed sources also said that Trump’s son and wife are also keeping all information secret, making the public even more curious and worried.

JD Vance’s statement is therefore two-sided. On the one hand, he shows loyalty by affirming that he will stand up to protect and maintain Trump’s political legacy. On the other hand, it implicitly admits that the risk of a change of power is real. This is the first time Vance has spoken so clearly, in contrast to the usual caution from high-ranking figures around Trump.

Many analysts believe that this could be a signal paving the way for Vance to build an image as a legitimate successor, “chosen by Trump himself”. If this hypothesis is correct, then the recent statement is not only to reassure public opinion, but also a strategic move for Vance to prepare public opinion for an alternative scenario.

Meanwhile, Trump supporters still believe that he is only temporarily retreating to the “backstage” to calculate a bigger move. They believe that Vice President Vance’s early speech is proof that Trump’s apparatus is still operating stably and has a clear backup plan.

However, opponents believe that this is a sign of internal rifts, when even the closest ally is forced to publicly mention the possibility of “succession”. To them, this statement is no different from an admission that Mr. Trump is no longer as stable as before.

Whatever the truth, JD Vance’s statement has certainly created a wave of heated debate in American society. Not only has it increased public interest in Mr. Trump’s condition, it has also raised many questions about the political future of the Republican Party. If Trump really has problems, does Vance have enough credibility and courage to take on the responsibility? And if not, why would a person who is always famous for being secretive like him choose this time to “reveal” like this?

The answer may only be revealed by time. But clearly, Mr. Trump’s prolonged absence and JD Vance’s recent statement have made the American political atmosphere hotter than ever.