US Senator Mark Kelly tells BBC he will 'seriously consider' White House run

BBC News - WorldEN 2 min read 100% complete February 17, 2026 at 03:28 AM

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US Senator Mark Kelly told the BBC he will "seriously consider" running for president in 2028. The Arizona senator's announcement comes amidst a dispute with the Trump administration over a video he released urging military personnel to refuse illegal orders, which led to death threats against him and his wife, Gabrielle Giffords. Kelly, a former astronaut and Navy captain, highlighted his unique background as an engineer with combat experience. He is one of six lawmakers targeted by the government for the video, which questioned the legality of US strikes on alleged narco-trafficking boats. Kelly stated he will continue to fight the legal action against him, potentially up to the Supreme Court. Other Democrats reportedly considering a presidential run include Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom.

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