Fact Check: Did Kim Kardashian Really Announce to Run for President in 2028?

Published 02/07/2026, 11:25 PM CST

Kim Kardashian has never done anything halfway , not fame, not reinvention, and definitely not headlines. From reality TV royalty to business mogul to criminal justice advocate, she has spent years turning public perception into a brand of power. Every move she makes feels calculated, every statement becomes a trending topic, and every rumor somehow gains a life of its own.

But now, the internet is buzzing with a claim that sounds almost too wild to ignore: that Kim Kardashian is planning to step into politics at the highest level or is it just another viral headline built on speculation, satire and wish.

Has Kim Kardashian announced to run for President in 2028?

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

An account on X, @HoopsCrave, stirred major speculation on February 7, 2026, after claiming Kim Kardashian had announced plans to run for president in 2028, alongside a quote that quickly went viral. The post spread rapidly, largely because it sounded like the kind of headline the internet wants to believe.

In reality, there is no confirmed announcement by any credible source from Kardashian or her team suggesting she is preparing for a 2028 campaign.   

Most credible sources only highlight her long-running interest in criminal justice reform, which has fueled speculation for years but has never translated into a political bid.

The rumour also seems to borrow momentum from past pop culture moments, including Kardashian’s occasional political jokes and her highly publicized meetings with Donald Trump during her prison reform advocacy. However, none of those moments were tied to a presidential run. Taken together, the evidence strongly suggests the story is simply unverified internet chatter, not an actual political announcement.

Fact Check: Did Lewis Hamilton Breakup With Kim Kardashian?

Even without proof, the idea of Kim Kardashian entering politics keeps resurfacing because her activism and public influence make the rumor feel believable.

Kim Kardashian’s political history: Why the rumours keep coming back

Kim Kardashian has flirted with politics in the public eye for years, though mostly through activism rather than campaigning. Her involvement in prison reform and her work on clemency cases helped reshape her image, making her seem like someone who could eventually step into a larger public role.

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

She also made headlines when she pursued a legal path through California’s apprenticeship route, studying law without attending traditional law school. However, her journey faced setbacks, including failing the baby bar exam multiple times before eventually passing. Because of that mix of influence, activism, and high-profile ambition, rumours about her entering politics continue to spread easily, even when there is no official announcement. Currently, she is focusing on her career in the movies and participating in various projects

Fact Check: Did Kanye West Question Kim Kardashian’s Relationship With Lewis Hamilton?

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Do you think Kim Kardashian could ever seriously run for office one day, or should her political influence stay limited to advocacy? Let us know in comments! 

SHARE THIS ARTICLE :

ADVERTISEMENT

Karishma Dasgupta

33 articles

Karishma is an entertainment journalist at Netflix Junkie. She enjoys digging deep into stories and bringing clarity to the often fast-moving world of entertainment. She holds a double Master’s degree in Fashion Business Management and Digital Marketing.

Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

EDITORS' PICK