Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims that allies of President Trump approached him about potentially becoming Vice President.

In a surprising turn of events, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took to social media to claim that allies of former President Trump had approached him about joining the Republican presidential ticket as Trump’s running mate. Kennedy, who is running as an independent candidate, stated that he declined the offer, citing his opposition to Trump and his belief that President Biden cannot win.

However, a top Trump aide quickly disputed Kennedy’s claim, calling him a “leftie loonie” and stating that he would never be approached for such a role. This back-and-forth comes as Trump has been increasingly attacking Kennedy as a liberal candidate in recent weeks.

In response to these allegations, a pro-Trump super PAC launched a website labeling Kennedy as a “radical liberal” and highlighting his views on various policy issues. The New York Post had previously reported attempts by Trump’s team to recruit Kennedy as a running mate, and Trump himself had reportedly floated the idea, although not seriously.

With the race between Biden and Trump tightening, political strategists have warned that an independent candidate like Kennedy could potentially tip the election in favor of one candidate by pulling crucial votes in key states. A recent poll showed Trump gaining ground on Biden, making the potential impact of a third-party candidate even more significant.

As the presidential race heats up, the involvement of figures like Kennedy adds an intriguing twist to an already contentious campaign season. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.