WATCH: RFK Jr. endorses Trump and suspends campaign

Speaking in Phoenix, Arizona, RFK Jr. announced he would be suspending his campaign and endorsing Republican candidate, former President Donald Trump. Before taking the podium, RFK Jr. announced the news in a Pennsylvania court filing.

Trump is expected to visit Glendale, Arizona later in the evening for a campaign rally, and has announced a "special guest" would be joining him Friday night.

The scheduled remarks by Kennedy, a son of former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and a nephew of former President John F. Kennedy, come as his campaign’s momentum has slipped.

Kennedy Jr. first entered the 2024 presidential race as a Democrat but left the party last fall to run as an independent. He built an unusually strong base for a third-party bid, fueled in part by anti-establishment voters and vaccine skeptics who have followed his anti-vaccine work since the COVID-19 pandemic. But he has since faced strained campaign finances and mounting legal challenges, including a recent ruling from a New York judge that he should not appear on the ballot in the state because he listed a "sham" address on nominating petitions.

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[NabeeG-rk]

This truly was a bombshell. He went no holds barred on the truth. 👏 It was long overdue criticism of legacy media as well. 👏 Bravo RFK Jr.!

[unicornmechanic]

I had respect for Robert F Kennedy before, but the respect I HAVE for him now, WOW.
IMPRESSIVE, CLEAR, CONCISE. AND NO BS.

[carolynbenedetto]

RFK, well said sir, very well said. Keep speaking the TRUTH. I pray for your safety and that of your family.

[bettierowland]

RFK, you have my utmost respect. You're so on point. I'm an adult, and I suffer autoimmune disease, and I'm fighting every day to stay well. I'm so glad you're speaking out on this, and it's a passion of yours. Thank you for coming out and speaking on this. You're right. No one wants to address this, nor back this problem. I am so glad you have.

[cindoy-xedo]

WOW! RFK was sensational. Welcome on board ! THANKS

[taylorfranks]

What a brave man. This speech isn't politically charged or aggressive. It's honest and factual. This gave me hope. I think it gave a lot of us hope..

[dt]

RFK Jr. said it the way it is supposed to be said. Very honest. Said the quiet parts out loud for sure. This man loves his country💯💛👍

[bobriehl]

Historic! This is what integrity looks like.

[emotional_anarchist]

I'm leaving a message because in some way I want RFK to know that the people support him and deem him an honorable man.
His families choice to publicly disavow him is gross. Despicable behavior. I wish RFK nothing but I promising future in politics, if nothing else, to spite his family.
Thank you RFK 👏👏👏

[monicalotti]

Glad for this.he is a simbol of honesty and courage

[tammymartin]

A wise man, who has done his homework on our nation’s real problems ! Much respect to you Sir🇺🇸

[ladanaram]

This is the unity America needs. God bless RFK.

[celiamiller]

Prayers for Robert F. Kennedy and President Donald J. Trump to keep them safe and give them wisdom to lead. God bless and keep America free.

[bmatteson]

This man is speaking 1000% truth. I feel everything he is saying.

[alwaysdrita]

We need to hear more from you!
Thanks for all you've done and never give up! 🙏🏻

[tcprelude]

This man is a hero and a true American. His uncle and father would be proud.

[mlabrin]

RFK Jr is real Democrat, even more, a real men who wants the best for our great nation. You should be proud of yourself RFK Jr, We are proud of you. God Bless America!

[georgenawilson]

RFK Jr. is absolutely correct! I am so grateful that he actually stood up and said it out loud! I would have voted for him, but will be voting President Trump.

[MikeTaylor-fm]

Like his dad and uncle, he is a good man. If JFK, and RFK were alive today, they would be ashamed of what the Democratic party has evolved to.

[ceceliaconsiglio]

RFK had my vote and now, so will President Trump. He is so well informed and intelligent!