Vance to speak at Republican Jewish Coalition summit after Jewish conservative criticism

US Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to speak at the Republican Jewish Coalition's (RJC) annual summit in Las Vegas on Monday. Vance's appearance follows criticism from some Jewish conservatives and major GOP donors who have expressed a preference for Marco Rubio as a potential 2028 presidential nominee over Vance, who is considered a likely successor to Donald Trump. Critics cite Vance's reprimanding of Israeli officials, indulgence of anti-Israel conspiracy theories, and silence regarding Tucker Carlson, who has spread antisemitic conspiracy theories. An RJC spokesperson stated, "The Republican Jewish Coalition is proud to welcome Vice President JD Vance to our National Leadership Summit in Las Vegas." Vance will participate in a "fireside chat" session closed to the press. Other Republican candidates, including Mike Collins, are also slated to speak at the two-day summit.