Hunter Biden has floated the idea of seeking the presidency in 2028, but only on the condition that he serve as Gavin Newsoms running mate.
The presidents son raised the prospect during an appearance on California Governor Gavin Newsoms podcast this week, where the Democrat leader playfully cast him as a future White House contender, according to The Post Millennial. The exchange comes amid growing speculation on the left that Biden family influence could be leveraged for yet another bid to retain power in Washington.
"I'm joined today by Presidential candidate Hunter Biden, 2028. Come on, Hunter, you got more buzz out there thanyou got President of the United States, Donald Trump, talking about your candidacy for President of the United States," Newsom said, introducing Biden. Newsom himself has long been viewed as a likely presidential aspirant, particularly by progressives eager to extend California-style governance nationwide.
"Here's the deal, I'll, I'll run, but only as your, as your VP, because the truth of the matter is, the Vice President's residence is a lot cooler. It's a lot easier job too," Biden responded, joking about the perks of high office even as he remains embroiled in legal and ethical controversies. Newsom's inquiry was likely sparked by comments made by President Donald Trump, who suggested that Biden might have a shot if scandal-plagued Democrat Senate candidate in Maine, Graham Platner, can survive a race against incumbent Senator Susan Collins.
"[Hunter Biden's] on social media now, and he has suggestedmaybe joking, I don't knowthat he could run for president in 2028. How would he do, Hunter Biden, in a 2028 Democratic primary?" Fox News' Peter Doocy asked Trump on Thursday. "Hey, if the guy from Maine can do well," the president said. "Well, I guess Hunter could do well, too, because the guy from Maine is a basket case."
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