Hunter Biden says he ‘may have to’ run for president in 2028 after earlier dismissal

Published September 6, 2026 10:26am ET | Updated September 6, 2026 10:26am ET



Hunter Biden signaled he is considering running for president in 2028 just weeks after he dismissed the idea.

Speaking with radio host John Catsimatidis, Biden said he “may have to” run for the White House if he gets Catsimatidis’s endorsement. The comment appeared to be a joke, considering Catsimatidis is a conservative donor and an ally of President Donald Trump.

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