President Donald Trump has been in an on-and-off talking basis with Stephen A. Smith for the past several years. At leats, this is what the ESPN analyst said so hoimself in one of his recent videos.
In one of the recent episodes of “The Stephen A. Smith Show,” Smith talked about his personal relationship with Donald Trump. According to Smith, Trump addressing him on a first-name basis is proof that they know each other, as he claimed.
“By the way, I kind of told y’all I knew Trump a little bit, right?” he said. “You see the first words that came out of his mouth. Hello, Stephen. It’s been a long time because we used to talk on and off throughout the years prior to him running for president. I told you he knew me, and I know him. I appreciated him being on the air. I appreciated him being kind and respectful to me.”
“It ain’t going to stop me from disagreeing with him,” he added. “But civility is not a crime. It should actually be something that’s aspired for and desired.”
Stephen A. Smith has made waves with his recent statement about potentially running for president in 2028, saying he is “officially leaving all doors open”. The outspoken ESPN personality has been increasingly vocal about his frustrations with both Democratic and Republican leadership, arguing that the country needs bold leadership to address pressing issues.
Smith revealed that elected officials, billionaires, and political pundits have approached him about forming an exploratory committee, urging him to consider a campaign.
Did Donald Trump Endorse Stephen A. Smith for 2028 President?
During a NewsNation town hall, Donald Trump made headlines by giving his “endorsement” to Stephen A. Smith for a potential 2028 presidential run. The event, hosted by Chris Cuomo, featured Trump alongside commentators Bill O’Reilly and Smith himself. While Smith is best known for his outspoken sports commentary, he has recently hinted at political ambitions, stating that he is “officially leaving all doors open” regarding a possible campaign
Trump, known for his unconventional endorsements, praised Smith’s charisma and intelligence, stating, “I’ve been pretty good at picking people and picking candidates, and I will tell you, I’d love to see him run.”
Smith’s political aspirations have been a topic of discussion for months, with the ESPN personality openly criticizing both Democratic and Republican leadership. He has expressed frustration with the current state of American politics, arguing that bold leadership is needed to address pressing issues.
Donald Trump’s unexpected endorsement has blurred the lines between sports and politics, leaving many wondering what the future holds for the ESPN analyst.
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