Supporters of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. remained hopeful during a rally near Beverly Hills, believing in his path to victory despite recent campaign changes. Members of Team Kennedy in California rallied on Aug. 25, emphasizing their continued support for Kennedy as their leader. Although Kennedy removed his name from the ballot in 10 battleground states to join forces with Donald Trump, supporters still see potential paths to securing the White House in the future.
One scenario involves Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump splitting electoral votes evenly, leading to a potential decision by the House of Representatives among the top three candidates. Another possibility is Kennedy receiving 5% or more of the popular vote in the states where he remains on the ballot, enabling him to be on all state ballots in 2028 and qualify for federal campaign funds.
Despite the challenges, around 50 team members gathered in Los Angeles, waving banners and signs with the mantra “People Over Party.” The organization, not officially affiliated with the Kennedy campaign, plans to continue rallying and canvassing voters in California. Supporters are energized by Kennedy’s principles and dedication to America.
One volunteer, Julia Fosman, shared her story of immigrating from Romania and emphasized the importance of preserving liberty for future generations. She expressed frustration with the obstacles faced by Kennedy’s campaign and the lack of recognition from the political establishment. Despite these challenges, supporters like Fosman remain committed to advocating for Kennedy’s candidacy.
Kennedy’s decision to campaign for Trump has sparked controversy, with the Democratic Party launching billboards criticizing the alliance. However, Kennedy and Trump have expressed shared goals, including addressing corruption, global conflicts, and childhood health issues. Kennedy hopes to play a role in a potential Trump administration and continue his efforts to address critical health issues affecting children in the country.
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The Harris campaign didnât address Kennedyâs announcement directly Friday, but issued a statement to voters.
âFor any American out there who is tired of Donald Trump and looking for a new way forward, ours is a campaign for you,â campaign Chair Jen OâMalley Dillon said in the statement.
The California Democratic Party did not immediately return a request for comment about allegations made by Kennedyâs supporters.
Team Kennedy still sees a path to the White House for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Jill McLaughlin/The Epoch Times
Suzanne Finder, a Team Kennedy lead volunteer from San Diego and a trauma specialist, said she was concerned about the division between parties and people in the country and believed Kennedy could open up the national conversation and reach across the aisle to get people to work together.
âThe division is going to kill us,â she said. âIf weâre not compassionate and hear the concerns of others, weâre going down the toilet.â
