Sports
Other
Chris Kluwe, the former NFL punter known for his outspoken views, is now considering a career in politics. This comes after his recent arrest at a Huntington Beach city council meeting, where he delivered a fiery anti-MAGA speech that went viral. Despite his initial reluctance, Kluwe has been approached by members of the Democratic Party, and while he doesn't desire power, he's open to running for office if it means serving the public.
Kluwe, who played for the Minnesota Vikings for eight seasons, has never shied away from controversy. His latest stand at the city council meeting in Huntington Beach, California, was no exception. The 43-year-old was arrested after his impassioned speech against former President Donald Trump and the MAGA movement. However, Kluwe has no regrets about the incident, seeing it as an opportunity to highlight the disconnect between the city council and the community.
"I am perfectly content with how things played out because I think it showed a spotlight on what's happening locally here in Huntington Beach and how our city council is just not listening to us as a community," Kluwe explained.
When asked about a potential run for office, Kluwe expressed his reservations about seeking power but acknowledged that he might have to consider it. "Personally, I do not want to run for public office because I do not want power. That's not something I desire. I want everyone to be able to live their own life, free to live their life without other people harming them. Unfortunately, we're in a position where it looks like I might have to run for public office," he said.
Kluwe has already been in contact with Democratic operatives, who are keen on his potential candidacy. He noted, "I have had a Zoom meeting with a couple local Democratic operatives. I have another one [Friday]. We'll see what happens there. I'm sure they'll probably try to make a pitch." However, Kluwe believes that the current Democratic Party strategy isn't working and that it's time for new faces to take over.
For Kluwe, the idea of public service is not about personal ambition but about serving the community. "If you are a good public servant, you serve the public. And it is an exhausting, demanding job. That means you care about everyone. You have to care about their issues and you have to find ways to help try and solve those issues," he emphasized.
As Kluwe weighs his options, one thing is clear: he is willing to take a stand, even if it means stepping into the political arena. Whether he decides to run or not, his voice has already made an impact, and his willingness to challenge the status quo is something that resonates with many.
Source:
TMZ Staff, TMZ https://www.tmz.com/2025/02/24/chris-kluwe-donald-trump-maga-run-office-politics
Image Credit: Getty Images