‘Sick Of This Mess’: Stephen A. Smith Leaves Door Open To Possible 2028 Presidential Bid

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith said Monday on X that, despite hating the “thought of being a politician,” he is officially leaving “all doors open.”

Speculation about “The Stephen A. Smith Show” host running for office began in February when he said that despite having no desire to run he, if forced, would run as a Democrat. While denying reports regarding a potential run, Smith took to X Monday afternoon and wrote that it’s “time to stop messing around,” as he linked to an article about his potential run for office.

“Life is great. Especially at ESPN/Disney. Hate the thought of being a politician. But sick of this mess. So I’m officially leaving all doors open,” Smith wrote.

Smith on Monday appeared onstage at the National Association of Broadcasters Show in Las Vegas, where McVay Media President Mike McVay asked him about his potential presidential goals, according to Barrett Media.

“I have no desire to do it,” Smith said. “I’m living a pretty good life right now. Life’s been good. The last thing that I would want to do is involve myself in politics.”

“I’ve always perceived politicians as being professional beggars. I don’t say that derogatorily or anything like that. It’s just the reality. You’ve always got your hand out for something. People always need favors in return. I’m not that guy. So I could never see myself as a politician,” Smith added.

A January poll conducted by McLaughlin & Associates said Smith held 2% of voters’ support for a 2028 presidential bid, while former Vice President Kamala Harris led with 33%. Democratic pundit James Carville said