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Rand Paul Weighs 2028 Presidential Run Amid GOP Tensions

3/31/2026

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Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) says a 50-50 chance exists he will launch a 2028 presidential campaign after elections.
In a CBS Sunday Morning interview, Paul discussed a libertarian challenge to GOP populists and uniting libertarian and business wings.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Paul for votes against the Republican caucus, including war powers and fiscal issues.
Rep. Thomas Massie, Paul's ally, faces a closely watched primary reflecting their libertarian stance.

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Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) says a 50-50 chance exists he will launch a 2028 presidential campaign after elections.
In a CBS Sunday Morning interview, Paul discussed a libertarian challenge to GOP populists and uniting libertarian and business wings.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Paul for votes against the Republican caucus, including war powers and fiscal issues.
Rep. Thomas Massie, Paul's ally, faces a closely watched primary reflecting their libertarian stance.