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politics25 days ago•109 min saved

Hegseth Eyes 2028 Run, Sparking GOP Tension Beyond the Pentagon

Sources say Pete Hegseth is plotting a future White House bid, with his Iowa trip fueling speculation after he campaigned for GOP candidates in Iowa, South Carolina, and Kentucky. The Defense Secretary’s office says the trip was in a personal capacity, but the idea of a sitting cabinet member pursuing a political campaign is unusual. The story also frames potential tensions with Trump within MAGA politics and notes past controversies surrounding Hegseth as he weighs a possible run.

via The Daily Beast|

#defense-department #donald-trump #pentagon

politics5 months ago•6 min saved

Pritzker's Illinois Victory Elevates His National Ambitions

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s heavy backing of Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in the Democratic Senate primary reinforced his status as a statewide powerhouse and keeps alive speculation about a White House bid, as Stratton’s progressive win against a better-funded opponent is framed as a win for Pritzker’s political influence.

via NBC News|

#democratic-party #illinois #jb-pritzker

politics10 months ago•4 min saved

Gavin Newsom Eyes 2028 Presidential Bid Amid Political Speculation

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he will consider a presidential run after the 2026 midterm elections, emphasizing that his decision is still years away and highlighting his focus on current state and national issues, including redistricting and opposition to Donald Trump.

via CBS News|

#2026-elections #california #democratic-party

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

"Senator Manchin's Potential White House Run Sparks Speculation and Shivers Among Democrats"

Democratic Senator Joe Manchin's upcoming speech in New Hampshire has sparked speculation about a potential third-party run for the White House in the 2024 presidential election. Manchin, known for his conservative stance within the Democratic Party, will address the "No Labels" organization, which promotes backing third-party candidates. While he has not confirmed his intentions, Manchin's speech and his consideration of a re-election bid for his Senate seat have fueled speculation about his political future. His potential entry into the race as an independent candidate raises concerns among Democratic strategists who want to ensure President Joe Biden's re-election.

via Reuters|

#2024-presidential-election #joe-manchin #no-labels