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It appears that Stephen A. Smith is seriously considering a run for President in 2028.
For the past few years there have been rumors that Smith would run for President after a poll showed that he would be competitve among potential Democratic candidates.
On Friday, CBS’s Robert Costa interviewed Smith about the prospect of running for President.
Via Robert Costa
“Stephen A. Smith is moving closer to a 2028 campaign” said Costa. “Spending a few days with him in recent months reminded me of spending a few days with Trump back in 2013-2014. Many laughed at the prospect of a bid. But in an age of celebrity and social media…”
Smith told Costa during his interview that he wants to get on the debate stage with politicians on TV.
“Not ruling it out because I’d love to be on the debate stages against some of these individuals that think they’re better suited to run the country. Because I think that the American people deserve to listen to and hear from somebody who genuinely cares about making life better for them instead of yourself.”
“I’ve got this year coming up 2026, to think about it, to study, to know the issues.”
Smith said that he would likely run as a Democrat because of his social views.
“Couldn’t see myself running as a member of the GOP. I’m a fiscal conservative. I can’t stand high taxes, but I’m a social liberal in the same breath because I believe in living and let live. I pay attention to the desolate and disenfranchised … Yes, I like strong borders. That’s absolutely true. We never needed open borders, but we don’t need it to be completely closed either. We are a gorgeous mosaic.”
It’ll be interesting to see how Smith would balance a Presidential campaign with his already insane work schedule at ESPN.
Smith’s interview with Costa will air on CBS on Sunday morning.
ESPN and SiriusXM commentator and bestselling author @stephenasmith is a combative and colorful voice on sports. But now, with a weekly political show, he is gaining notice in Washington, too.
This Sunday, Smith talks with @costareports about his journey and whether he might… pic.twitter.com/UZ0CUZf22r
— CBS Sunday Morning 🌞 (@CBSSunday) February 13, 2026