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Soulja Boy teases potential 2028 US presidential run
American rapper Soulja Boy, born DeAndre Cortez Way, has teased a potential bid for the United States presidency in 2028. In a series of social media posts, the artist used the slogan “SOULJA BOY 2028” to describe his interest in transitioning from music and technology into public service.
Way outlined four primary policy priorities for his exploratory phase: economic opportunity, criminal justice reform, education, and the future of technology and artificial intelligence. While he has expressed these interests, he has not yet announced an official campaign, a political party affiliation, or a detailed policy platform.
The announcement follows previous political associations, including a performance at the Crypto Ball in January 2025 during festivities celebrating Donald Trump’s return to the White House. The rapper’s potential run draws comparisons to other entertainers who have entered politics, such as Kanye West.
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DeAndre Cortez Way · Donald Trump · Instagram · Kanye West · Soulja Boy · United States
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] A California jury awarded approximately $4.25 million to a former personal assistant in a civil case involving sexual battery and assault. www.ibtimes.co.uk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] DeAndre Cortez Way denied wrongdoing regarding the sexual assault civil case and expressed intent to appeal. www.ibtimes.co.uk
- [● 3 SOURCES] Soulja Boy teased a potential 2028 presidential run via an Instagram post. www.complex.com · www.ibtimes.co.uk · www.ladbible.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The rapper identified four priorities: economic opportunity, criminal justice reform, education, and the future of technology and AI. www.complex.com · www.ibtimes.co.uk · www.ladbible.com