Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s running mate, Nicole Shanahan, hints their support for Donald Trump

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s running mate, Nicole Shanahan, has raised the possibility of their campaign dropping out to support former President Donald Trump in an effort to prevent Vice President Kamala Harris from winning the presidency. 

In a recent episode of the “Impact Theory” podcast, Shanahan emphasized the urgency of their decision, stating, “We are taking a very serious look at making sure that the people that have corrupted our fair and free democracy do not end up in office.”

Two Paths for the Campaign

Shanahan outlined two potential paths for the RFK campaign: either continuing to run to legitimize independent candidates or suspending their campaign to endorse Trump, which she believes could bolster his chances against Harris in the upcoming election. She posed a critical question to podcast host Tom Bilyeu: “Is the risk of a Harris-Walz presidency worth us staying in?”

Claims of Sabotage

The tech entrepreneur expressed frustration over what she described as sabotage by the Democratic National Committee (DNC). Shanahan accused the DNC of employing tactics such as shadow-banning, manipulating polls, and even infiltrating their campaign with insiders to disrupt their efforts. 

“They have banned us, shadow-banned us, kept us off stages, manipulated polls, used lawfare against us, sued us in every possible state,” she claimed.

Having previously been a Democratic donor, Shanahan voiced her disappointment in the party, stating, “I am so disappointed I ever helped the Democratic Party.” She indicated that the decision to either remain in the race or join forces with Trump is complex and fraught with implications for their supporters.

Denial of Cabinet Position Rumors

In a separate development, Kennedy Jr. recently denied reports that he had reached out to Harris about a potential Cabinet position in her administration. During a livestream town hall, he labeled the claims as “fake news” and clarified, “I didn’t ask Kamala Harris for a Cabinet position, but I’ve reached out to all the candidates. I’ve met with some.” Shanahan echoed this denial on the podcast, attributing the rumors to mainstream media spinning narratives to favor their political allies.

Conclusion

As the election approaches, the RFK campaign faces critical decisions that could shape the political landscape. The possibility of aligning with Trump to counter Harris underscores the complexities of independent candidacies in a polarized political environment. Both the Trump and Harris campaigns have yet to respond to inquiries regarding Shanahan’s statements.