Robert F. Kennedy Jr. detailed his decision to endorse former President Donald Trump after withdrawing from the presidential race, during his first interview post-announcement on “Fox News Sunday” with host Shannon Bream.
Kennedy, who has been a controversial figure in the race due to his stances on various issues, expressed his frustration with what he described as significant media censorship that hindered his campaign’s visibility and viability.
He compared his media exposure unfavorably to that of Ross Perot in the 1992 presidential race, stating, “When Ross Perot ran, in the 10 months that he ran, he had 34 appearances on the networks.
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I had two appearances in 16 months.” This lack of media coverage, according to Kennedy, blocked him out of important public debates and effectively sealed his campaign’s fate.
His decision to endorse Trump came after direct discussions with the former president, who had reached out to his campaign multiple times.
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Kennedy revealed that they spoke just hours after an assassination attempt on Trump in July, discussing the potential for a “unity government.”
Despite their differences, Kennedy emphasized the importance of addressing key issues such as ending the war in Ukraine, combating censorship, and promoting children’s health collaboratively.
The endorsement was officially announced at a press conference in Phoenix, Arizona, where Kennedy didn’t hold back on his criticisms of the Democratic Party.
He accused the party of “continual legal warfare” against both himself and Trump and condemned the Democratic primary as a “sham” that denied him a fair opportunity to compete for the presidency.
The political landscape has been buzzing with speculation about Kennedy’s role in a potential Trump administration should Trump win the upcoming election.
Analysts are also evaluating the impact of Kennedy’s withdrawal on the electoral dynamics, particularly how it may affect the race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Data from a recent New York Times/Siena College poll highlighted Kennedy’s support levels in key battleground states, underscoring his influence in the race.
Kennedy’s move marks a significant shift in the narrative of the election, particularly following the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where Harris accepted the nomination shortly after President Biden’s withdrawal from the race.
The new alliance between Kennedy and Trump introduces an unexpected variable into the campaign, stirring discussions and debates across the political spectrum.
This is only the beginning. Wait till you see the next additions to President Trump’s Unity Government. #UniteAmerica #MAHA https://t.co/bkUM5QhcQP
— Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) August 25, 2024
This endorsement also brings Kennedy’s political journey full circle, from launching a primary challenge against Biden as a Democrat to embracing an independent candidacy, and finally aligning with Trump in a dramatic twist in a wild election cycle.
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