Candace Owens has no interest in following Stephen A. Smith into electoral politics. The conservative commentator told Smith she’s focused on family rather than a future political campaign.
What We Know: Owens made the comments while speaking with Smith, who has repeatedly discussed the possibility of running for president. Smith has said he’d consider a campaign if he didn’t have to step away from his ESPN and SiriusXM responsibilities. His current SiriusXM lineup includes The Stephen A. Smith Show and Straight Shooter with Stephen A., a weekly program focused on politics and culture.
What They Said: “Nope. I am aspiring to family. That’s why I’m in my fifth pregnancy right now. I really enjoy my kids. And I just love my family life. I look down on politics, truly. I look down on what happens to people when they go to Washington, D.C., and give themselves over to the very swamp that they purported they were going to drain.” -Candace Owens
What Remains Unclear: Owens’ comments leave little ambiguity about her current intentions, but they don’t establish whether she could ever reconsider entering electoral politics. Smith, meanwhile, has continued leaving open the possibility of a presidential campaign, despite previously saying he has no desire to become a politician.
What It Means: The exchange highlights a notable difference between two media personalities who have built substantial platforms discussing politics. Smith has entertained the idea of moving from commentary into electoral politics, while Owens says she’d rather focus on her family and remain outside Washington.
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