We’re 260 days into President Trump’s second term, and speculation is already growing over who might succeed him—with bettors eager to wager on the next president.
Vice President JD Vance remains the favorite for the 2028 race but faces potential rivals including California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Despite being ineligible for a third term, Trump still ranks as a top betting contender, even as 75% of Americans support a presidential age limit.
As of Oct. 7, 2025, here are the presidential betting odds via Asbury Park Press:
- JD Vance: +225
- Gavin Newsom: +450
- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: +1000
- Pete Buttigieg: +1200
- Marco Rubio: +1200
- Donald Trump Sr.: +1600
- Kamala Harris: +1600
- Donald Trump Jr.: +1600
- Andy Beshear: +1600
- Josh Shapiro: +1600
- Wes Moore: +2000
- Michelle Obama: +2000
- JB Pritzker: +2000
- Ivanka Trump: +2000
- Gretchen Whitmer: +2000
