Peter Thiel says JD Vance might have a tough time winning the 2028 election and questions if Vance should face Rubio.

Sep 25, 2026, 7:23 AM ETOpinionRead the original at benzinga.com

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PayPal's cofounder Peter Thiel criticized GOP prospects and discussed politics. That commentary relates to Thiel personally and does not change PayPal's operations or finances.

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Thiel's remarks matter because he cofounded PayPal and is a high-profile donor. The comments are political and not about PayPal's products, results, or plans. There is no company action or financial disclosure tied to this commentary, and the stock moved only about 0.5%, so this item does not change how we read PayPal today.

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