Charles Barkley declines Senate run during audio interview
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
During an appearance on The Michael Smerconish Program, Charles Barkley addressed a caller's suggestion that he run for U.S. Senate. Barkley stated he has no interest in pursuing a political career, expressing frustration with both major parties. He reflected on his past brief consideration of a gubernatorial run in Alabama, stating he found both Democrats and Republicans unappealing. Barkley emphasized his focus on uniting rather than dividing political factions, indicating a desire for economic opportunities for all. His remarks came amid his continued prominence on Inside the NBA.
- •Barkley won the television region in the Sports Media Influence Olympics.
- •He declined to run for U.S. Senate, citing partisan frustrations.
- •In the early 2000s, Barkley considered a gubernatorial run in Alabama.
- •Barkley emphasized the need for unity and economic opportunities in his comments.
- •He continues to engage with topical issues on Inside the NBA.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Charles Barkley shuts down caller asking him to run for Senate
"Charles Barkley won the television region in the ongoing Sports Media Influence Olympics on Awful Announcing’s Play-by-Play LIVE. Barkley authored a Hall of Fame NBA career, but his influence powers peaked on Inside the NBA over the past 25 years. Any interest in using those powers politically, Sir Charles? A man named Milton called into The…
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