"There used to really be a free market/Libertarian wing of the party, and now there's not much left. In fact, on many days it's me in the Senate, the only one left for free trade."
"I think there still is a desire among business for it, and it may make the so-called Libertarian vote... if you combine that with the Chamber of the Commerce and the traditional business community that doesn't like protectionism."
"Yeah, I don't know yet, so maybe they know something. I don't know. We're thinking about it, and I would say 50-50. We'll make a decision after the election."
Sen. Rand Paul is contemplating a presidential run in 2028, emphasizing the need for a new direction in the Republican Party. He noted the decline of the free market/Libertarian wing within the party, stating he often feels like the only advocate for free trade in the Senate. Paul believes there is still a desire among businesses for free market policies, which could unite various factions against populism. He mentioned that a decision regarding his candidacy will be made after the upcoming election.
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