Don Lemon says there’s ‘65, 70′ percent chance he runs for president

Don Lemon Puts Odds of a Presidential Run at 65 to 70 Percent

Provpnadvice.com – Don Lemon says a future campaign for the White House is a real possibility, estimating that there is a “65, 70” percent chance he could eventually seek the presidency.

The former CNN anchor and media personality discussed the prospect while appearing on Spencer Macnaughton’s “Uncloseted” podcast. Lemon said his current work, including his podcast and online commentary, demands significant attention, but he has not ruled out entering electoral politics.

“Look, I never say never.”

Lemon described his media work as difficult to sustain every day, while also emphasizing that he sees it as meaningful to culture and public life. He said conversations with people he meets while reporting have made him think seriously about how he can best contribute.

Interest From Supporters

When people approach him in the community, Lemon said some encourage him to pursue public office. The idea of a presidential run has come up often enough that he has considered what such a campaign might involve.

“I think I could be a better president than Donald Trump,” Lemon said.

He added that public support would matter to his decision, saying he would run if voters wanted him to do so. At the same time, Lemon acknowledged that campaigning for president would be an enormous commitment and would require full-time focus.

That demand creates a tension for Lemon, who said he would also like to spend much of his time in journalism. His current role places him in the position of covering major public debates and political figures, rather than participating in campaigns himself.

A Different Kind of Candidate?

Lemon suggested that a candidate might be able to remain a media personality while seeking office, describing that as a potential approach that has not been fully explored. Such a path would raise practical questions about how journalism, commentary and campaigning could coexist, particularly for someone whose public profile has been built through broadcasting and political analysis.

Asked directly about the likelihood that he might announce a presidential bid one day, Lemon offered his 65-to-70-percent estimate. He said watching candidates on the campaign trail has prompted him to reflect on where he could be most effective in American society.

“It makes me wonder my best way of being and operating in this society,” Lemon said, weighing journalism against becoming president.

The comments do not amount to a campaign announcement or a declaration of candidacy. Instead, they show that Lemon views a future run as more than a passing thought, even as he continues his present media work.

Longstanding Criticism of Trump

Lemon has been a prominent critic of President Trump for years. His clashes with Trump and the president’s political movement have remained central to his public identity, particularly as Lemon continues to offer commentary on national affairs.

Earlier this year, Lemon was charged in a federal felony indictment involving civil rights and conspiracy allegations connected to his reporting on a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement at a church in Minnesota. Lemon has argued that the Justice Department under Trump is pursuing him because of his criticism of the president and his political views.

That legal dispute adds another layer to any potential political future. A presidential campaign would place Lemon under even greater public scrutiny while he is already a recognizable figure in media and a frequent participant in political debate.

For now, Lemon has framed the question as unresolved. He remains focused on his journalism and online programming, but his estimate makes clear that he believes a presidential campaign could be part of his future if circumstances and public demand align.