Trump is endorsing boxer Jake Paul for a potential political run
President Donald Trump welcomed boxer Jake Paul to the stage during a speech at a packing plant in Boone County, Kentucky, and says Paul has his ‘complete and total’ support if he decides to run. (The White House)
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YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has long been a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump.
On Wednesday, the president offered his favor and offered his “full and complete support” if Paul chooses to pursue political office.
Trump made the comments at a political rally in Hebron, Kentucky, at a logistics and transportation company.
Although Paul has expressed support for Trump’s second term, he has not said he plans to run.
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Boxer and social media star Jake Paul speaks as President Donald Trump responds to Verst Logistics on March 11, 2026 in Hebron, Ky. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Still, Trump suggested that Paul’s next act might not be in the ring, but on the campaign trail.
“I will make a prediction that in the not too distant future you will run for political office,” Trump said. “You have my complete and utter support.”
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After taking the stage, Paul praised the president for instilling in him the courage to “never back down from a fight.”
Boxer and social media influencer Jake Paul speaks as President Donald Trump looks on at Verst Logistics on March 11, 2026 in Hebron, Ky. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
“What Mr. Trump has taught me is courage. We never back down from a fight, even if they are much bigger than you, much, much bigger than you,” Paul said. “I feel like all the local Kentuckians feel the same way. You’ve got that fight. You’ve got that swag.”
Paul said he grew up a few hours from Verst Logistics, the host company for the Kentucky rally, and called for similar plants to open nationwide.
Jake Paul takes the stage during an event with President Donald Trump at Verst Logistics on March 11, 2026 in Hebron, Ky. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Trump told the audience that he was initially hesitant when Paul invited him to his podcast while in office.
“His local podcast is big stuff and he’s big stuff,” Trump said. “This guy has guts.”
