RFK Jr. campaign considers teaming up with Trump, says Shanahan

The independent presidential campaign of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is contemplating joining forces with Republican nominee Donald Trump to secure more than 5% of the popular vote and establish a third-party alternative to the major political parties for the 2028 election. Running mate Nicole Shanahan stated that the campaign is also considering remaining in the contest to appeal to their base and enhance their ballot access. However, it is uncertain whether their potential voters would shift their support to Trump and his running mate, Sen. JD Vance, if Kennedy withdraws.

Some polls indicate that Vice President Kamala Harris might perform better against Trump in swing states if Kennedy remains in the race. Shanahan noted the potential risk of a Harris-Walz presidency if their campaign siphons votes from Trump. The campaign is also facing financial issues, declining poll numbers, and legal challenges related to ballot access in key states. Despite these hurdles, Kennedy's team is weighing their options between continuing their independent run or aligning with Trump.