Hunter Biden Gains Momentum as Potential 2028 Presidential Candidate

Former President Donald Trump suggested that Hunter Biden could run for president in 2028, noting that candidates with scandals have survived political scrutiny. Trump remarked that if a Maine Senate hopeful could succeed, so might Hunter Biden.

Prediction-market data from Kalshi shows a 14% probability that Hunter Biden will enter the 2028 Democratic primary, a notable rise from earlier this week. The market spike follows Hunter’s recent return to social media, his appearance on a conservative podcast, and public discussion of his past legal issues—including a federal firearms conviction, tax offenses, and a presidential pardon granted by his father in December 2024. The increased speculation has generated viral online commentary and prompted statements from family members, with former first lady Jill Biden expressing support for the pardon.