Steve Bannon, the former White House chief strategist under President Donald Trump, has put to rest the swirling rumors of his potential bid for the presidency in 2028. Responding to a report by the Daily Mail, Bannon succinctly dismissed the speculation with a definitive "Trump 2028." This statement came amidst claims from "well-placed" sources that Bannon was seeking political advice for a potential White House run and had privately criticized Vice President J.D. Vance, a figure many consider a GOP front-runner for the next election cycle.
The Daily Mail's report, which suggested Bannon harbored doubts about Vance's preparedness for a presidential campaign, has been met with skepticism. Bannon's public stance, as reported by Fox News, remains one of unwavering support for President Trump and his political future, rather than ambitions of his own.
In a political climate rife with conjecture, Bannon's recent remarks have acted as a clarion call for unity behind Trump. A source close to Bannon revealed to the Daily Mail that despite private reservations about Vance's toughness, the strategist's loyalty to Trump's continued leadership is unequivocal. Trump himself has recently praised Vance, calling him "the favored" candidate and a strong potential nominee, while also mentioning Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a possible running mate.
Despite the president's comments, it is still considered "too early" to discuss ticket details. Senator Rubio, in a recent interview, concurred with Trump's assessment of Vance as a "great nominee," should he decide to run for the presidency.
The National Pulse, a conservative news outlet, criticized the Daily Mail's article, describing the claims as "thinly sourced" and suggesting that the report aimed to instigate division within the Republican Party by fueling speculation about internal rivalries.
Bannon himself has consistently denied any intentions of running for president. In a March interview with Politico, Bannon emphasized his dedication to backing President Trump and advancing the populist and America First agendas, dismissing the notion of his candidacy as "absurd."
Further demonstrating his commitment to Trump's political endeavors, Bannon disclosed in April that his team was exploring constitutional alternatives that might permit Trump to bypass the presidential term limits. This revelation followed Representative Andy Ogles's introduction of a constitutional amendment proposal just days after Trump's 2025 inauguration, aiming to allow for a third and final Trump term. While the proposal has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee, it has yet to gain significant momentum.
Amidst this political theater, the Trump Store's sale of "TRUMP 2028" merchandise keeps the prospect of Trump's future candidacy alive in the public discourse, particularly among his supporters.
