Kennedy Jr. fuels speculation he's dropping out in Arizona to back Trump

Independent candidate Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. appears likely to drop out of the 2024 presidential race, and he could formally announce the decision Friday in Arizona — a state famed for its independent voters, Report informs via Axios.

If Kennedy exits the race, he's widely expected to endorse former President Trump, who is also hosting an event in Phoenix on Friday.

Kennedy's running mate Nicole Shanahan said Tuesday the campaign is considering joining forces with the Trump ticket.

On Wednesday, the Kennedy campaign announced he would address the nation Friday from Phoenix "about the present historical moment and his path forward.

Earlier, Trump told CNN's Kristen Holmes he would "probably" give RFK a role in his administration if the independent candidate drops out and endorses the GOP nominee.