Recent reports indicate that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent presidential candidate, has been in talks with Donald Trump, the Republican nominee, about potentially dropping out of the race and endorsing Trump. According to multiple sources, including Politico and ABC News, Kennedy met with Trump in Milwaukee on July 15 to discuss national unity and, reportedly, the possibility of Kennedy endorsing Trump and potentially taking on a role in a second Trump administration.

Private Meeting and Discussions

During their meeting, Trump and Kennedy discussed ways Kennedy could be involved in a second Trump administration, including a senior position in health issues. However, sources close to the talks revealed that Trump’s team expressed concerns about the legality and optics of such a deal.

Kennedy’s Denials and Campaign Updates

Despite these reports, Kennedy has denied rumors of dropping out of the race, stating on social media that he is “in it to win it” and citing his growing popularity and ballot access in all 50 states. His campaign has also released internal polling numbers showing him performing well in a head-to-head matchup against Trump.

Current Campaign Status

As of July 26, Kennedy’s voter support has reportedly slumped by up to 3 percentage points since Kamala Harris entered the presidential race, according to recent polls. However, Kennedy’s campaign remains active, with a private reception and address scheduled at a Bitcoin conference later this week.

No Official Announcement

At this time, there has been no official announcement from Kennedy or his campaign regarding his intentions to drop out of the race or endorse Trump. Any such decision would likely have significant implications for the presidential contest and the political landscape.