Trump Endorses Jake Paul for Future Political Run
President Donald Trump predicted during a rally in Hebron, Kentucky, on Wednesday that social media influencer and professional boxer Jake Paul will run for political office in the near future and offered him a full endorsement.
The event took place at Verst Logistics, a packaging facility, where Trump, 79, invited the 29-year-old Paul onstage to address the crowd. Trump praised Paul as a courageous and talented individual with a strong boxing record. "He's a great guy, he's a courageous guy, he's a talented guy," Trump said. "He's a hell of a fighter too, by the way. I just want to say I'm going to make a prediction that you will be, in the not too distant future, running for political office. And you have my complete and total endorsement. That's what we want. He's an incredible guy."
Paul, born and raised in neighboring Ohio and now residing primarily in Puerto Rico, expressed strong support for Trump during his remarks. He credited the president with teaching him the value of courage and resolve. "What Mr. Trump has taught me is courage. We never back down from a fight, even if they're much bigger than you," Paul said. He also highlighted the need for economic growth,...