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Popular YouTuber-turned-professional boxer Jake Paul indicated he is planning to run for office in a recent sit-down interview with President Donald Trump.
During an interview posted to Paul's YouTube channel Friday, Trump asked him if he would run for office. The president endorsed Paul for a potential office run during a speech at a packaging plant in Boone County, Kentucky, Thursday.
"I think so," Paul answered. "I see myself as wanting to get more into this world. I believe it's the biggest way to create impact and change in America."
Boxer and social media influencer Jake Paul speaks as President Donald Trump looks on at Verst Logistics March 11, 2026, in Hebron, Ky. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
If and when Paul does get into politics, he will have Trump as a high-profile ally. Trump shared his own experience getting into politics as an outsider in the interview.
"It's hard. A lot of people talk about it. You had to do it. And I had one shot left because you get to a certain age. You have a few years left. You know, the timing was good, but if I waited longer, it wouldn't have been good because of the clock. You know, the famous clock. Father time," Trump said.
At a rally Wednesday, Trump gave Paul his "complete and total endorsement" should the boxer choose to pursue political office.
JAKE PAUL PRAISES TRUMP’S LEADERSHIP, SAYS AMERICA IS 'HEALING SLOWLY' UNDER SECOND-TERM ADMINISTRATION
Jake Paul takes the stage during an event with President Donald Trump at Verst Logistics March 11, 2026, in Hebron, Ky. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Trump delivered the initial comments at a political rally at a logistics and transportation plant in Kentucky.
"I’m going to make a prediction that you will be, in the not-too-distant future, running for political office," Trump said. "You have my complete and total endorsement."
During the rally, Paul praised Trump for his "courage."
President Donald Trump shakes hands with boxer and influencer Jake Paul during a rally at Verst Logistics in Hebron, Ky., March 11, 2026. (Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images)
"What Mr. Trump has taught me is courage. We never back down from a fight, even if they’re much bigger than you, much, much bigger than you," Paul said. "I feel all the local Kentuckians feel the same way. You guys have that fight. You guys have that swag."
The two later did Trump's signature dance in a TikTok video posted by Paul.
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