Now that is a surprising development.
While the media may be rampaging about Trump’s apparent desire to seek a third term, it would appear that the president can already think of other candidates who may fit the bill, as he sees it.
Indeed, as reported by the New York Post, Trump touted “legendary sportscaster Stephen A. Smith” as a potential pick for the presidential race in 2028.
The surprise commentary emerged during a panel with right-wing commentator Bill O’Reilly and NewsNation host Chris Cuomo, where Smith presided as the interviewer.
O’Reilly reportedly “[floated] Smith’s candidacy,” to which Trump responded favorably.
“Stephen A, he’s a good guy. He’s a smart guy. I love watching him,” Trump declared.
Notably, such declarations came after Smith asked Trump some tough questions.
“Your administration has issued executive orders dismantling DEI initiative across federal agencies, including revoking equal opportunity mandates and slashing funding for minority owned businesses. Critics argue these actions reverse decades of civil rights progress. So how do you justify these measures, and what message do they send to the marginalized communities?” Smith queried.
Notably, Trump’s response spoke to all Americans.
“What we’re doing is we have a country that’s based solely on merit now, and that’s the way it is. If somebody’s out there doing a great job – and this includes getting into colleges if you’ve worked really hard – and we don’t look at race,” Trump asserted.
Excellent point. Merit, after all, really did help build the nation.
“We don’t look at color, we don’t look at height or shortness or weight. If somebody is doing a good job and they worked and they got great marks, and they got great board numbers, and they get rejected at Harvard, which has been so disgusting, so horribly. I mean, so think of it,” Trump added.
Thus, even though Smith clearly put Trump on the spot with some tough questions, the president still clearly sees the types of attributes that would help propel him to power.
“I’ve been pretty good at picking people and picking candidates, and I will tell you I’d love to see him run,” Trump declared.
“He’s got great entertainment skills, which is very important. People watch him,” Trump added.
Fair point, particularly given the impact of social media upon politics.
“You know, a lot of these Democrats I watch, I say they have no chance,” Trump added.
Without a doubt …
Author: Ofelia Thornton
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