Mark Cuban, the billionaire business mogul and “Shark Tank” star, has put an end to rumors about a potential presidential bid in 2028. Despite his vocal opposition to Donald Trump’s policies, Cuban made it clear during the Principles First convention that he has no intentions of entering the White House race.
At the convention attended by conservatives disenchanted with Trump’s influence in the Republican Party, Cuban unequivocally stated, ‘Hell no. It’s not going to happen.’ He humorously entertained the idea by saying, ‘Okay, if y’all write in and I don’t have [a campaign].’ This declaration was followed by a resolute statement, ‘No, I don’t want to be President. I’d rather focus on improving healthcare,’ referencing his recent venture, the Cost Plus drug company.
While Cuban has flirted with the idea of running for president before, including exploring an Independent candidacy in 2020, he eventually chose not to pursue it and threw his support behind Joe Biden. Despite some polling including him as a potential candidate in 2028, Cuban remains firm in his decision.
Having actively supported Vice President Kamala Harris during her presidential campaign, Cuban reflected on the Democratic Party’s challenges in selling their ideas to the public. He remarked, ‘I mean, it’s kind of fun, actually. I learned that the Democrats can’t sell shit.’ He also highlighted the importance of execution over mere salesmanship, drawing parallels to Trump’s approach.
Cuban expressed skepticism about Trump’s ability to fulfill his campaign promises, viewing it as an opportunity for Democrats to present a compelling case to voters. He criticized the party for being reactive to Trump’s actions and emphasized the need for a more strategic approach to counter his influence.
Reflecting on past campaign strategies, Cuban urged Democrats to move beyond simplistic criticisms and focus on effective messaging that resonates with voters. He cautioned against underestimating Trump’s appeal and stressed the importance of delivering on promises to win public trust.
