Hunter Biden appeared as a guest on Governor Gavin Newsom's podcast, "This Is Gavin Newsom," in June 2026 [1].
The appearance signals a potential shift in the political visibility of the president's son as the 2028 election cycle begins to take shape. By aligning himself with a high-profile Democratic governor, Biden is positioning himself within the party's inner circle of influence.
During the discussion, Biden said he might run for president in the 2028 election [2]. Some reports indicate he hinted at the possibility of running alongside Newsom [2]. However, other reports have questioned the authenticity of this specific claim, creating uncertainty about whether a formal joint bid was actually proposed [3].
Rita Panahi, a host for Sky News Australia, said, "Hunter Biden is appearing on ‘everyone’s podcast’ at the moment." Panahi said, "They certainly have plenty in common, particularly when it comes to politics."
Beyond future campaigns, the conversation touched upon the controversies surrounding Biden's personal life. Biden said, "The entirety of that controversy, it’s all about leaked consensual stuff."
The appearance took place in California, where Newsom serves as governor. The discussion was framed as a broad exploration of political viewpoints and shared interests between the two men.
“Hunter Biden is appearing on ‘everyone’s podcast’ at the moment.”
This appearance marks a transition for Hunter Biden from a figure of political controversy to a potential political actor in his own right. While the claims regarding a 2028 run with Gavin Newsom remain contested across different reports, the alignment suggests a strategic effort to build a public platform independent of his father's presidency.
