During a rally in Kentucky, the US president extended a warm invitation to his “friend” Paul, a man whose varied career path has captured public attention. Standing on stage, the president made an intriguing forecast regarding the 29-year-old’s potential political journey in Congress.

Paul’s career has been anything but conventional. He first gained fame as a Disney Channel actor, then pivoted to become a social media influencer, and later transitioned into the world of professional boxing. Each shift has kept him in the spotlight, demonstrating his versatility and ambition.

The president addressed the crowd with a confident prediction: “I just want to say I predict, I’m going to make a prediction, that you will be in the not too distant future, running for political office, OK,” he remarked, referring to Paul as an “incredible guy.”

He further expressed his support, saying, “And you have my complete and total endorsement, OK?” These words were met with enthusiastic applause and cheers from the rally attendees.

As Trump introduced Paul—who is also the brother of internet sensation Logan Paul—he commended his achievements in the boxing arena, underscoring the younger Paul’s diverse talents and determination.

While introducing Paul – brother of fellow internet star Logan Paul – to the stage, Trump praised his prowess in the boxing ring.

Paul won six consecutive fights early in his boxing career, before his streak ended in a loss to Tommy Fury in 2023.

He went on to beat boxing legend Mike Tyson by unanimous decision in an eight-round heavyweight exhibition match in 2024.

Trump described Paul as a “hell of a fighter” and a “tough cookie” before making mention of his fiancee, Dutch Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam, who won gold at Milano Cortina 2026.

“He’s got a brand new beautiful fiancee. And you’re not allowed to use the word beautiful when describing women anymore,” Trump said.

“It’s the end of your political career, but I’ll say it anyway.

“What the hell? She’s beautiful. She just won the Olympic gold medal.”

Ohio-born Paul then took to the podium and reciprocated Trump’s glowing salute.

He told the crowd that Trump taught him courage and to “never back down from a fight”.

“I grew up just a few hours away from here. My dad taught me to fight,” he said.

“And all of our voices matter in America. And I’m never afraid to speak the truth.”

“God’s got us. Trump’s got us. God bless. Love you, Kentucky.”

The path from pro-athlete to politician is not uncommon in the US.

Former pro-wrestling star Jesse Ventura was elected governor of Minnesota in 1999.

Actor, Olympic weightlifter and bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger became governor of California in 2003.

And former New York Knicks star Bill Bradley forged a successful career as a US senator after leaving the NBA.

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