Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on Friday that he is suspending his campaign and endorsing former President Donald Trump. Kennedy, known for his environmental advocacy and anti-vaccine activism, made the decision just a day after Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic nomination. In a news conference in Phoenix, Arizona, Kennedy expressed a sense of victory in his campaign, noting that while he collected a million signatures, he cannot see a clear path to the White House.
Kennedy clarified that his name will still be on the ballot in most states, but he will remove it from about 10 battleground states to avoid being a spoiler candidate. Trump, during a campaign event in Las Vegas, thanked Kennedy for his support and called him a great guy. Kennedy, a member of the storied Kennedy family, has faced challenges with polling numbers and campaign finances.
The Harris-Walz campaign welcomed Kennedy’s decision, stating that they are a campaign for Americans looking for a new way forward. They emphasized the need for a leader who will fight for the people and bring the country together. Trump, on the other hand, is scheduled to speak in Arizona later on Friday, with a special guest expected to join him at the rally. Kennedy’s endorsement of Trump highlights the unpredictable nature of the upcoming election and the diverse range of perspectives within the political landscape.
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