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RFK Jr. Confirms Trump VP Approach, Denies Interest

Independent Candidate Also Considers Libertarian Party Run, Sparking Democratic Concerns

  • Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has confirmed that Donald Trump's team approached him about potentially being Trump's running mate for the 2024 election, despite denials from Trump's campaign.
  • Kennedy Jr. stated that he would not accept the role, citing concerns about the impact on his marriage.
  • Kennedy Jr., who was initially running for the Democratic presidential nomination, switched to standing as an independent in October.
  • Kennedy Jr.'s campaign has been controversial due to his vaccine skepticism and his changing political affiliations.
  • Despite his denial of interest in the vice presidency, Kennedy Jr. is reportedly considering running on the Libertarian Party ticket, raising concerns among Democrats about potential impacts on President Biden's reelection prospects.
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