History Shows Us How Much Vice Presidents Actually Matter, and Whether That's Good or Bad for JD Vance
Briefly

The vice presidency is historically not an effective springboard to the presidency, with most who ascended doing so due to the incumbent's death or resignation.
Donald Trump's advanced age and legal challenges may increase the likelihood of JD Vance ascending to the presidency, reshaping his role in the administration.
Vice Presidents like John Adams often viewed the position as insignificant, leading to a lack of serious engagement with their duties and limited influence.
Despite a few exceptions, early Vice Presidents rarely took their office seriously, leading to a perception of the role as an insult rather than a stepping stone.
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