Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to exit the race and endorse GOP nominee Donald Trump, according to ABC News and NBC News. This move would eliminate the potential spoiler campaign, making the election primarily between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Trump. Kennedy will make an address in Arizona on Friday to discuss his next steps. While he did not confirm or deny endorsing Trump, his running mate Nicole Shanahan mentioned the possibility of ending their campaign to support Trump.
Trump has expressed openness to having Kennedy involved in his administration if he endorses him, praising him as a “brilliant” and “smart” individual. This is in contrast to previous statements where Trump labeled Kennedy as extremely liberal. Kennedy, the son of Robert F. Kennedy, started his campaign as a Democrat before switching to an independent candidate in October 2023. Despite polling at 4% and facing financial struggles, Kennedy’s campaign has garnered more support from potential Trump voters rather than those backing Harris.
Overall, Kennedy’s exit from the race and potential endorsement of Trump is set to significantly impact the presidential election dynamics as it nears Election Day. It is clear that the race is evolving, with Kennedy’s decision expected to have a notable influence on the final outcome.
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