Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi named a surprise, potential frontrunner from the Democratic Party for the 2028 presidential election.
According to Pelosi, she believes former Chicago mayor and U.S. ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel will run for president in 2028.
During a recent interview with The Free Press, Pelosi was asked whether Emanuel, a longtime Democratic operative who served as former President Obama’s chief of staff, will launch a presidential campaign.
Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi is predicting that Democrat power player Rahm Emanuel will launch a bid for the White House — and he hasn't ruled that out yet himself. https://t.co/9pG6MzxItH
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“I think so,” Pelosi responded.
During the interview, Emanuel seemingly left the door open to launch a bid when asked about his 2028 plans. However, he did not directly address it.
“Before I make a decision, I want to know that I have an answer to what I think ails our country, ails our politics, and ails the party—and they may all be the same answer,” Emanuel said.
“I know what I want to do. We’ve got to get ready to fight for America—and that’s what I’m going to do,” Emanuel added.
Emanuel has fueled speculation in recent months about a presidential run, making constant appearances in the media and being outspoken about the direction of the Democratic Party following a series of losses in the 2024 election cycle.