Trump predicts boxer Jake Paul’s political future, offers ‘complete and total endorsement’ at Kentucky rally
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YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has long been a strong supporter of President Donald Trump.
On Wednesday, the president returned the favor, offering his “complete and total endorsement” should Paul decide to pursue political office.
The two were later seen doing Trump’s signature dance in a TikTok video posted by Paul himself.
Trump delivered opening remarks 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 for office.
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Boxer and social media star Jake Paul speaks as President Donald Trump reacts at Verst Logistics on March 11, 2026 in Hebron, Kentucky. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Still, Trump suggested that Paul’s next act might not be in the ring but on the campaign trail.
“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.”
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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, Kentucky. (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 Kentuckians feel the same way. You guys have that fight. You guys have that style.”
Paul said he grew up a few hours from Verst Logistics, the company hosting the Kentucky rally, and called for similar factories to open across the country.
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)
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Trump told the crowd that he was initially hesitant when Paul invited him on his podcast during his term.
“His local podcast is important, and he is important,” Trump said. “This guy has guts.”
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Chantz Martin is a sports writer for News Digital.