Boxer Jake Paul Hints at Future Run for Office in Interview with Trump
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Popular YouTuber-turned-professional boxer Jake Paul indicated he plans to run for office in a recent 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 possible office during a speech at a packaging plant in Boone County, Kentucky, on Thursday.
“I think so,” Paul replied. “I see myself wanting to enter this world more. I think it is the best way to create impact and change in the United States.”
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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, Kentucky. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
When Paul enters politics, he will have Trump as a high-profile ally. Trump shared in the interview his own experience entering politics as an outsider.
“It’s hard. A lot of people talk about it. You had to do it. And I had one chance left because you get to a certain age. You have a few years left. You know, the timing was good, but if I had 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 on Wednesday, Trump gave Paul his “complete and total endorsement” should the boxer decide to seek 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, Kentucky. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Trump delivered opening remarks at a political rally at a transportation and logistics plant in Kentucky.
“I’m going to make a prediction that, in the not-too-distant future, he will run for political office,” Trump said. “They have my complete and total 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, Kentucky, on March 11, 2026. (Jim Watson/News 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 Kentuckians feel the same way. You guys have that fight. You guys have that style.”
The two later did Trump’s signature dance in a TikTok video posted by Paul.
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