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The 2028 presidential race is heating up with unexpected candidates and theatrics. A 'Simpsons' writer is throwing his hat in the ring, while Tucker Carlson plays coy with his 2028 plans. Meanwhile, familiar faces are making waves with bold claims and surprise cash splurges.

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Simpsons writer Dan Greaney throws hat in 2028 race
Dan Greaney · Yahoo · 12 hours ago
"Dan Greaney, 'Simpsons' writer who predicted Trump presidency, runs for president"

Why you should care Fresh comic blood enters the presidential contest.

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Tucker Carlson rules out a 2028 presidential run
Tucker Carlson · Yahoo News UK · yesterday
"Tucker Carlson Shoots Down Presidential Run as He Teases 2028 Plans After Breaking with Republican Party"

Why you should care The former Fox star keeps us guessing on his next move.

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Ruben Gallego spends campaign cash on big game tickets
Ruben Gallego · AOL.com · 7 hours ago
"Speculated 2028 prez candidate Ruben Gallego blew campaign cash on Super Bowl tickets, Disneyland family travel"

Why you should care Rough optics: voters might not love Disney trips on donor dimes.

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Trump hints at a wild 2028 third-term bid
Donald Trump · International Business Times UK · 7 hours ago
"Trump Flouts Constitution in Pennsylvania Speech, Saying He'd 'Like to Run' For Third Term in 2028"

Why you should care Legal limits won't stop him from dreaming big.

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Beshear campaigns in Iowa, Nevada, Ohio for Democrats
Andy Beshear · Lexington Herald Leader · 11 hours ago
"Road to 2028: Beshear campaigns for Democrats in Iowa, Nevada, Ohio"

Why you should care Coast-to-coast hustle could boost his 2028 credentials.

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Polls rain on Cruz's 2028 parade
Ted Cruz · AOL.com · 15 hours ago
"Ted Cruz gets bad news from recent polls as fellow Republican says Texas senator still 'wants to be the next president'"

Why you should care Cruz's presidential dreams clash with shaky poll numbers.

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Newsom backs Biden but faces Kamala-sized hurdle
Gavin Newsom · New York Post · 17 hours ago
"Gavin Newsom gambles on Joe Biden in hunt for 2028 presidential nomination- but still has to clear the Kamala Harris hurdle"

Why you should care Backing Biden could backfire if Harris steals the spotlight.

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Where the GOP 2028 field stands right now
The New York Times · 21 hours ago
"2028 Republican Presidential Primary: Latest Polls"

Why you should care Fresh numbers on who Republican voters actually want.

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Who's leading the Democrats for 2028?
The New York Times · 21 hours ago
"2028 Democratic Presidential Primary: Latest Polls"

Why you should care Find out which Democrat has the early edge in 2028.

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Tucker Carlson shuts down 2028 run rumors
Tucker Carlson · Washington Examiner · 23 hours ago
"Tucker Carlson says 'of course' he's not planning to run for president"

Why you should care Don't expect Tucker to shake up the 2028 race.

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Carville questions if America is AOC-ready for 2028
AOC · Fox News · yesterday
"Carville responds to question about whether US ready for female president, AOC in 2028"

Why you should care The big question: Is AOC too bold for 2028?

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Who's Who in the Democratic 2028 Primary Race
FOX 10 Phoenix · yesterday
"Democratic primary field and 2028 election detailed | FOX 10 Talks"

Why you should care A peek into the Dems gearing up for 2028.

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Beshear's PAC Hints He's Eyeing 2028
Andy Beshear · Forward Kentucky · yesterday
"Latest Beshear PAC report shows continuing signs of a presidential run"

Why you should care Kentucky's Governor might be making a presidential play.

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Tucker Carlson Quits GOP - 2028 Run Next?
Tucker Carlson · Audacy · yesterday
"Tucker Carlson drops GOP: Is a 2028 presidential run coming?"

Why you should care Carlson's political moves spark questions about his 2028 ambitions.

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Newsom and Vance Set for 2028 Battle Briefing
Gavin Newsom · sekbernews.id · yesterday
"Gavin Newsom and JD Vance Feature in Upcoming Fight For 2028 Briefing"

Why you should care Two potential contenders in the spotlight for the next big race.

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Could Jon Ossoff Lead Dems in 2028?
Jon Ossoff · The Week · yesterday
"Is Jon Ossoff the Democrats' best hope for 2028?"

Why you should care Ossoff might be Democrats' rising star for the presidential race.

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JD Vance Changes Tune Amid Troubled Iran Talks
JD Vance · Extra.ie · yesterday
"JD Vance backtracks on major Trump promise as derailed Iran talks threaten 2028 presidential run"

Why you should care Vance's shift could impact his future presidential aspirations.

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Joy Behar says JD Vance should run in 2028
JD Vance · AOL.com · yesterday
"JD Vance wins grudging praise from Joy Behar on 'The View,' who tells him to run for president"

Why you should care When your critic wants you to run, pay attention.

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Chael Sonnen hints he might fight for presidency
Chael Sonnen · Bloody Elbow · 15 hours ago
"UFC legend Chael Sonnen teases plan to succeed Donald Trump and run for President in 2028"

Why you should care From octagon to Oval Office? Maybe Sonnen's ready for a new ring.

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JD Vance's 2028 decision waits until after 2026
JD Vance · NDTV · 19 hours ago
"JD Vance To Discuss 2028 White House Run With Wife After 2026 Midterms"

Why you should care He'll chat with his wife before stepping into the ring.

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Anti-Trump Democrat wins big, fueling 2028 talks
Fox News · 20 hours ago
"Trump foe wins crucial Dem primary as 2028 presidential speculation swirls"

Why you should care A primary win puts Democrats' anti-Trump candidate in the spotlight.

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