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John Kennedy (Sen-R Louisiana) says he'd consider a 2028 presidential run but plans to seek reelection

Political Guyentist · October 5, 20261 min read

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Kennedy, 74, told Meet the Press he would consider running "if a bunch of goobers run" because he thinks he could do better. He also warned his party: "Telling them not to believe their own lying checkbooks is not going to work."

What else Kennedy saidOn inflation: "Started under President Biden.3 details
  • On inflation: "Started under President Biden. It's reared its ugly head under President Trump because of the war in Iran."
  • Gas averaged $4.37 a gallon on Sunday, Oct. 4, up from $3.14 a year earlier (The Hill).
  • On Trump posting Sen. Tom Cotton's phone number: he "can go from zero to a-hole in about three seconds."

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