Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Ends Presidential Bid, Mulls Trump Endorsement
Independent U.S. presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to drop out of the race, sources told ABC News. Kennedy's campaign announced he will address the nation on Friday in Arizona. His running mate, Nicole Shanahan, hinted at a possible alliance with Donald Trump. Kennedy initially ran as a Democrat.
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Independent U.S. presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reportedly ending his campaign, according to sources cited by ABC News. An official announcement is expected on Friday in Arizona, where Kennedy will address the nation about his future plans.
In a discussion with an ABC News reporter, Kennedy neither confirmed nor denied potential endorsement plans for former President Donald Trump. 'We are not talking about any of that,' he stated.
Kennedy's running mate, Nicole Shanahan, indicated that an alliance with Trump is under consideration. Trump, when asked by CNN, expressed openness to including Kennedy in his administration if he decides to endorse him. Kennedy initially campaigned as a Democrat, opposing President Joe Biden.
(With inputs from agencies.)