Ex-CNN host Don Lemon considers running for US president: 'I think I'd be very good'

Former CNN anchor Don Lemon is contemplating a presidential bid in 2028, suggesting that the current political landscape doesn't necessarily require deep political experience.

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I don't know, maybe I will because people keep asking me to do it or if I plan to do it.

Lemon, who was dismissed from CNN in April 2023, revealed his potential ambitions in a podcast interview. He noted that he is frequently asked about running for president and is seriously considering it. "I don't know, maybe I will because people keep asking me to do it or if I plan to do it," Lemon said.

He expressed a critical view of many individuals considering a presidential run, stating, "I'm not impressed by most of the people who are thinking about running." Lemon believes that figures like former President Donald Trump demonstrate that significant political experience is not essential for a presidential campaign. "I actually think I would be a very good president of the United States," he added.

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I'm not impressed by most of the people who are thinking about running.

Lemon's potential candidacy comes after a tumultuous period in his career, including his abrupt departure from CNN following on-air and behind-the-scenes conflicts. He has since launched his own media company and built a substantial following across various social media platforms. This is not the first time Lemon has hinted at political aspirations; he previously mentioned considering a move into politics during a panel discussion in London.

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I actually think I would be a very good president of the United States.