Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. hosts a fireside chat with rapper and producer Eric B. at The Gentleman's Factory on Feb. 18, 2024, in New York City. (John Nacion/Getty Images)
Kennedy has recently floated the idea of running for president as a Libertarian. His long-shot independent campaign against President Biden and former President Trump has only garnered enough signatures for ballot access in four states, and the Libertarian Party has a demonstrated track record of getting on the ballot in all 50 states in 2016 and 2020.
In an interview on CNN in January, Kennedy said he was "looking at" the option of running as a Libertarian, adding that he has a good relationship with the party. He spoke at the California Libertarian Party Convention last month, though he has not committed to joining the Libertarian presidential primary.
Pins and other merchandise in support of Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on display during a voter rally at St. Cecilia Music Center on Feb. 10, 2024, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. (Emily Elconin/Getty Images)
McArdle acknowledged that RFK Jr. would not be a perfect ideological fit for the Libertarian Party, but said both sides have something to gain from his potential candidacy as a Libertarian.
"I think that if he became our nominee, there would be an understanding with us that he doesn't 100% represent us ideologically. He is getting ballot access by using our name and branding. And in return, we are securing ballot access for the future," she said.
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"And, you know, whether or not it's for better or worse, we would also be potentially unlocking some federal funding," McArdle continued. "If that happens, it's going to have to be a conscious decision of the delegates and a mutually beneficial relationship."
Chris Pandolfo is a writer for Fox News Digital. Send tips to chris.pandolfo@fox.com and follow him on Twitter @ChrisCPandolfo.
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