Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been making moves behind the scenes, trying to secure a major role in government in exchange for being sidelined in the 2024 race. Reports indicate that Kennedy reached out to Vice President Kamala Harris, suggesting she withdraw from career and give him his support in exchange for a cabinet position, as he reported. Fox News.
This offer comes after a New York judge ruled that Kennedy's name should not appear on the state's ballot, dealing a severe blow to his already slim chances. Undeterred, Kennedy sought a meeting with Harris through intermediaries, hoping to negotiate his way into a possible future role within his administration. However, Harris and his campaign have shown no interest in entertaining such a proposal.
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This is not the first time that Kennedy has tried to reach an agreement with a major political figure. Last month, he reportedly made a similar presentation to former President Donald Trump at a convention in Milwaukee. That effort also ended without a deal, leaving Kennedy to continue his campaign alone, despite his diminished prospects.
Kennedy, who has been seen as one of the most disruptive independent candidates in recent memory, appears to be looking for a way to maintain his influence in American politics. As he continues on the campaign trail, giving interviews and making media appearances, the door remains open to a possible alliance with Harris or Trump, if they are willing to accept his vision for the country.
In a recent interview with the Washington Post, Kennedy emphasized the importance of dialogue, saying, “From the beginning of this campaign, we've been saying that people should talk to each other. That's the only way to unify the country.” . He also hinted that Harris' reluctance to meet with him could be a strategic mistake for Democrats.
Despite these overtures, Kennedy took to social media to clarify his position, making it clear that he has no intention of endorsing Harris. “VP Harris' Democratic Party would be unrecognizable to my father and my uncle and I cannot reconcile that with my values,” Kennedy posted on X. “I have no plans to endorse Kamala Harris for president. I have a plan to defeat her.”
Vice President Harris' Democratic Party would be unrecognizable to my father and uncle and I cannot reconcile that with my values.
The Democratic Party of RFK and JFK was the party of civil liberties and free speech. VP Harris is the party of censorship, lockdowns and medical coercion…
— Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) August 15, 2024
Meanwhile, there is speculation that Kennedy may be seeking a deal with the Trump camp. Sources close to the Trump campaign, speaking on condition of anonymity, suggested there have been discussions between the Kennedy team and Trump advisers. However, no formal agreement has been reached, and both campaigns have been tight-lipped about the possibility of such a partnership.
Kennedy's relationship with the Democratic Party remains strained, with the candidate noting that his only contact with the DNC has been through legal battles aimed at curbing his independent run. As the 2024 election approaches, it remains to be seen whether Kennedy will continue his solo campaign or align himself with a major candidate to stay in the political spotlight.
This piece was written by the LifeZette News Staff on August 15, 2024. It originally appeared on LifeZette and used with permission.
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