AXIOS (Alex Isenstadt) - Vance enters the media lion's den
Vice President Vance is venturing into unfriendly media terrain to defend the White House against its critics — reviving the same playbook that endeared him to President Trump when he was picking his running mate. Why it matters: Vance is using the media blitz to showcase one of his biggest political assets — his talent for verbal combat — as he lays the groundwork for an expected 2028 presidential campaign. - His approach contrasts with other high-profile members of the administration who stick to conservative outlets like Fox News and Newsmax. Driving the news: Vance's nearly three-hour appearance Wednesday on Joe Rogan's top-ranked podcast was the latest stop. - Rogan endorsed Trump in 2024 but has since broken with the White…