RFK Jr. plans to drop out of presidential race by end of week: Sources

Robert Kennedy Jr. is planning to drop out of the presidential race by the end of this week, sources familiar with the decision told ABC News.

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[topchills]

ABC left out the endorse Trump part on purpose.

[ravensrun]

Oh now you cover RFKJ this is another ruse. "We have nada" BS this is a hit piece. And why does she say at the very end ''we are awaiting official comment from the democratic party" Official comment would come from RFKJ himself not the demo party.

[renelizcano]

He is a noble man. I was very sad when his father was shot back in 1968. America lost a good leader at that time.

[pumaboy]

Why would he want to back up a party that did rfk dirty they already got him off the ballot in nyc democrats have lost it ask any new yorker who they voting for

[Thesavageone]

The democratic party treats him like crap good for him, I would do the same

[sublime]

all those that said a vote for RFK wasn’t a vote for trump are looking real
Silly.

[microcontroller]

RFK ...be a Trump's dog or a decent free man.

[posthocprior]

Not mentioned: Kennedy is on the Arizona ballot. They were printed this week. By law, the ballot can't be changed. So, even if he drops out, Kennedy will remain on the ballot. Also worth mentioning, when Kennedy polls around 5%, those voting for him are mostly Trump voters. When Kennedy polls around 10%, his supports are mostly Harris voters. In Arizona, Kennedy is polling around 5%.

[twain]

if you are going to drop out, why wait til weeks end? if you are waiting for an outpouring of 'please don't go', that train left the depot months ago.

[shiraniperera]

You are insane to join Trump campaign. It is a disgrace to your family. 😅

[bettymclean]

His Dad would be mortified!! Shame on him even thinking of backing Old Orange!

[seguefischlin]

As of yesterday, he wasn't planning to drop out. I am not convinced this is true.

[ellindamartin]

I know he can't go that far left, its totally out of RFKs character, and I am glad Kennedy is waking up 😊

[winglo]

"Give me a job, and I will vote for you!" RFK told the

[poppystars]

You notice they are not reporting on why he is dropping out!

[davidmccarthy]

Begged for a position in the Harris administration and now will side with Convict Trump. Because that always works out so well for his sycophants.

[douglassawyer]

Some of you are jumping the gun assuming 100% of RFK supporters are just automatically going to vote for Trump lol Wishful thinking for now. November 5th, go out and vote. That's all that matters.

[splender]

Endorsing Trump will secure his place in history as a total nutjob!

[terryglendening]

He allegedly approached both Trump and Harris to ask for endorsement. I'm guessing he will support whomever gave him the most rewards. He's "bought".

[D_B]

PLEASE! Anyone with an open mind and a caring heart loves Bobby, whatever he decides to do! If he joins Pres. Trump's team, it's a dream come true!