# Pete Buttigieg 2028 presidential interest

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pete-buttigieg-2028-presidential-interest
> Updated: 2026-08-23T11:50:51.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has indicated a potential interest in running for president in 2028. In a podcast interview, he stated he is ‘more inclined than not’ to seek the presidency, while noting the personal and political considerations involved in such a decision.

Following these comments, Buttigieg has engaged in political activity in South Carolina. He formally endorsed Dr. Annie Andrews for the U.S. Senate and subsequently visited the state to connect with Black voters. During his visit to Orangeburg and Florence, he addressed topics such as reparations, the protection of democracy, and Republican redistricting efforts.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: Pete Buttigieg visits South Carolina to court Black voters

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited South Carolina to court Black voters, signaling potential interest in a 2028 presidential bid and addressing civil rights and democracy.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pete-buttigieg-visits-south-carolina-to-court-black-voters

### 2026-08-13: Pete Buttigieg signals interest in 2028 presidential run

Pete Buttigieg has indicated he is ‘more inclined than not’ to run for president in 2028 and has endorsed Dr. Annie Andrews for the U.S. Senate in South Carolina.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pete-buttigieg-signals-interest-in-2028-presidential-run

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