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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Popular YouTuber turned professional boxer Jake Paul indicated that he plans to run for office in a recent sit-down interview with President Donald Trump.
During an interview posted to Paul’s YouTube channel on Friday, Trump asked him if he would run for office. The president endorsed Paul for a potential run for office during a speech at a packaging plant in Boone County, Kentucky, on Thursday.
“I think so,” Paul replied. “I see myself as wanting to get more into this world. I think that’s the biggest way to make an impact and change in America.”
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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)
If and when Paul enters politics, he will have Trump as a high-profile ally. Trump shared his own experience entering politics as an outsider in the interview.
“It’s hard. A lot of people are talking about it. You had to do it. And I had one shot left because you get to a certain age. You have a few years left. You know, the timing was good, but if I waited any longer, it wouldn’t have been good because of the clock. You know, the famous clock. Father time,” Trump said.
At a rally Wednesday, Trump gave Paul his “complete and total support” if the boxer chooses to pursue political office.
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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 delivered the first comments at a policy rally at a logistics and transportation facility in Kentucky.
“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.”
During the rally, Paul praised Trump for his “courage.”
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President Donald Trump shakes hands with boxer and influencer Jake Paul during a rally at Verst Logistics in Hebron, Ky., March 11, 2026. (Jim Watson/AFP via 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.”
The two later did Trump’s signature dance in a TikTok video posted by Paul.
