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Sen. Mark Kelly Weighs 2028 Presidential Run Amid Legal Battles

1/22/2026

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Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) is considering a presidential run in 2028.
He discussed his legal battle against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, whom he sued after he urged service members to reject illegal orders, arguing retaliation violates the First Amendment.
Kelly addressed threats after President Donald Trump accused him and other lawmakers of sedition.
As the midterm elections and the 2028 Democratic primary approach, Kelly remains active in campaigning.

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Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) is considering a presidential run in 2028.
He discussed his legal battle against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, whom he sued after he urged service members to reject illegal orders, arguing retaliation violates the First Amendment.
Kelly addressed threats after President Donald Trump accused him and other lawmakers of sedition.
As the midterm elections and the 2028 Democratic primary approach, Kelly remains active in campaigning.