Terrence Howard suggests potential presidential run

Actor Terrence Howard, known for his role in the television drama Empire, has suggested he may pursue the presidency of the United States. During a media interaction in New York City on October 28, 2026, Howard stated that if current political leaders are unwilling to make a difference, someone must step forward to take action.

One of Howard's proposed priorities if he entered politics would be reparations for descendants of enslaved people. He suggested that descendants should be exempted from federal taxes for the next 400 years to help address historical economic disadvantages and injustices. Howard expressed a desire to discuss this proposal with President Donald Trump.