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RFK Jr. for CIA Director? Trump Jr. Says It's Possible

23 August, 2024 - 8:03PM
RFK Jr. for CIA Director? Trump Jr. Says It's Possible
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Amidst swirling speculation about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential exit from the 2024 presidential race and a possible endorsement of Donald Trump, Donald Trump Jr. has fueled the fire by suggesting a possible role for the independent candidate in his father's administration.

Trump Jr., in a jokey segment of The Benny Show, hosted by conservative media personality Benny Johnson, suggested that RFK Jr. could be given "some sort of oversight" role over a number of government agencies, including the CIA and FBI, if his father wins the election.

This suggestion has sparked widespread discussion, with some commentators seeing it as a potential game-changer in the 2024 race.

RFK Jr.'s Potential Role in a Trump Administration

Trump Jr.'s comments have been met with mixed reactions. Some see it as a logical step, given RFK Jr.'s outspoken stance on issues like vaccine mandates and his history of challenging the establishment. Others view it with suspicion, questioning the potential for a controversial figure like RFK Jr. to hold such a powerful position.

Trump Jr. has defended his position, stating that RFK Jr. could be "a general overwatch" over various agencies and help to "weed out the corruption and waste."

Benny Johnson, the host of The Benny Show, has also expressed support for the idea, suggesting that RFK Jr. could be appointed as the Director of the CIA or the head of the FDA or the HHS.

Trump's Response

While Trump Jr. has been the most vocal proponent of this idea, Donald Trump himself has also expressed openness to the possibility. In an interview with CNN, Trump said he would be "honored" by RFK Jr.'s endorsement and that he "probably would" consider him for a role in his administration.

"I like him a lot, I respect him a lot. I probably would if something like that would happen. He's a very different kind of a guy, a very smart guy, and I would be honored by that endorsement certainly."

RFK Jr.'s Response

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign team has declined to comment on the speculation, only confirming that Kennedy is scheduled to "address the nation" on Friday. This has fueled further speculation about a potential announcement about his future in the race.

The Impact on the Election

Some political analysts believe that RFK Jr.'s departure from the race and a potential endorsement of Trump could significantly impact the 2024 election. An analysis of recent opinion polls by election website RacetotheWH concluded that Kennedy dropping out could be enough to swing Nevada and North Carolina in Trump's favor.

The potential for RFK Jr. to join a Trump administration has added a new layer of intrigue to the already heated 2024 race. Whether Kennedy drops out of the race and endorses Trump, and what role he might play in a potential Trump administration, remains to be seen. But the speculation surrounding this possibility is sure to continue in the coming days.

A New Chapter in the 2024 Race?

The potential for a Trump-Kennedy alliance is a fascinating development that has the potential to reshape the 2024 political landscape. While many questions remain unanswered, it's clear that this unexpected twist in the race is one that everyone will be watching closely.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Donald Trump Vivek Ramaswamy Director of the Central Intelligence Agency Democratic Party RFK Jr. Trump CIA 2024 election
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