Trump’s Take on Hunter Biden’s Prospects

In a conversation with Fox News reporter Peter Doocy, Trump remarked, “Hunter Biden is on social media now, and he has suggested – maybe joking, I don’t know – that he could run for president in 2028. How would he do, Hunter Biden, in a 2028 Democratic primary?”

Hunter Biden has indeed become more active on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) since May, leading to speculation that he could be preparing for a bid for political office.

When asked about Biden’s qualifications, Trump responded bluntly: “I would say his past is not the greatest.”

Comparison to Graham Platner

Trump drew a parallel between Hunter Biden and Graham Platner, saying, “Hey, if the guy from Maine can do well, well, I guess Hunter could do well, too, because the guy from Maine is a basket case.”

Platner, whose campaign has been marred by a series of controversies—including his deleted Reddit account, a tattoo linked to Nazi imagery, allegations of drug use, sexting scandals, and troubling reports about his behavior with past girlfriends—has nonetheless remained competitive in polls as he vies to unseat the incumbent GOP Senator, Susan Collins.

Trump’s comments imply that the political landscape may be forgiving enough for individuals with controversial backgrounds to succeed.

Political Implications for Hunter Biden

Trump further discussed potential parallels between Hunter Biden and other Democratic candidates, including Texas Senate nominee James Talarico. “And I would say worse than him is the one from Texas that looks like Alfred E. Neuman,” Trump quipped, adding, “if he can do well, maybe Hunter can do well. I’m not sure; it’ll be pretty close as far as I’m concerned.”

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Insights on Joe Biden’s Cognitive State

Alongside this commentary on Hunter Biden, Trump also provided insights into his perception of President Joe Biden’s cognitive state, following a private meeting they had in the Oval Office after the 2024 elections.

A reporter asked, “When you met with Joe Biden could you detect any cognitive decline in President Biden at that time?” Trump responded, “No, not really. I mean, he was the same guy I’ve been watching for a long time. He was fine as far as I was concerned.” However, Trump added with intrigue, “I don’t know, something happened to him during the debate. It could have been me.”

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Final Thoughts

Trump’s remarks underscore the unpredictable nature of American politics, particularly as candidates navigate their pasts while vying for public office. Fox News Digital reached out for comments from representatives for both Trump and Hunter Biden on Thursday, but responses were not immediately available.

The landscape leading up to the 2028 elections is already shaping up to be complex, with a mix of established figures and those with controversial histories preparing to stake their claims.