Dwayne Johnson Surpasses Kamala Harris as 2028 Democratic Contender on Polymarket
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is currently the leading Democratic contender for the 2028 presidential race on the decentralized betting platform Polymarket, surpassing Kamala Harris. Key points include:
- Shares betting on Johnson's victory trade at 7 cents, indicating a 7% chance of winning the nomination.
- He ranks fourth in the race behind Gavin Newsom, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Pete Buttigieg.
- Kamala Harris has a 5% probability of winning, placing her fifth alongside Andy Beshear.
- Tim Waltz, Michelle Obama, and Mark Cuban each have a 1% chance according to traders.
- Polymarket allows speculation on real-world events, including elections.
- The platform secured investment from 1789 Capital and Donald Trump Jr., who joined its advisory board.
In 2023, Johnson revealed he was approached by multiple parties to consider running for President after a poll showed 46% support for his candidacy. He described the experience as moving and expressed interest in the opportunity.
Johnson identifies as a centrist and political independent. He endorsed Joe Biden for the 2020 election but did not endorse in the last election. He has a significant social media following, with 392 million Instagram followers, showcasing his influence.