Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy weighs 2028 presidential run while pressing Trump on affordability
The gist
Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy says he is considering a presidential run but has not decided.
His cost-of-living push comes as midterms approach and inflation worries voters.
How it unfolded
- Sep 6, 2026In a Meet the Press interview, Kennedy says high prices are "gutting the middle class like a fish" and that voters are "pissed off" about the cost of living and the war with Iran.
- Sep 27, 2026Kennedy urges President Trump to focus on affordability before the midterms, calling the elections "going to be close" and saying it would help if the president stayed focused on cost of living.
- Oct 4, 2026Kennedy tells Meet the Press he is considering running for president but has not made a decision, asking "Why not me on a rainy day?"