Trump cheers on Stephen A. Smith's potential presidential bid: 'I would love to see him run'

Count President Trump among the people who would like to see sports commentator Stephen A. Smith run for president in 2028.

Mr. Smith has been flirting with the idea, fueling speculation about whether it’s a publicity stunt or a genuine effort to seek the Democratic presidential nomination.

“I have been pretty good at picking people and picking candidates, and I will tell you I would love to see him run,” Mr. Trump said Wednesday night after calling into a NewsNation town hall.

The president said Mr. Smith, who built his reputation as a hot-take specialist on ESPN, said the commentator has some skills that a lot of Democrats are lacking.

“Steve A. — he is a good guy. He is a smart guy,” Mr. Trump said. “I love watching him. He has good entertainment skills, which is very important. People watch him. You know, a lot of these Democrats I watch, I say they have no chance.”