O’Reilly urges Stephen A. Smith to run for White House
The Hill
by Sophie BramsFebruary 19, 2026
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Bill O'Reilly, a prominent political commentator, has called on Stephen A. Smith, the co-host of *The Breakfast Club*, to seriously consider running for the U.S. presidency in 2028. During an interview with NewsNation host Chris Cuomo, O'Reilly praised Smith's potential and suggested that he is well-suited for the role. "I think he should run, and I'm being serious now," O'Reilly said, adding a playful jab at former President Donald Trump, who has historically feuded with Smith. "Trump opened the door for you," he quipped, encouraging Smith to capitalize on the political landscape Trump helped shape.
The idea of a media personality like Smith entering politics is not entirely unprecedented, but it is gaining traction as voters
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Originally published on The Hill on 2/19/2026