NBC News reports that conservative commentator Hallie Hegseth is privately weighing a potential presidential run, according to multiple sources. The account says she is exploring whether to enter the race but has not made any formal announcement.
Those familiar with her thinking say she is in the early stages of testing the waters and gauging support, though specifics about timing, staffing or fundraising were not detailed in the report. Any decision by Hegseth would add a media-profile candidate to an already crowded field and could shift conversations within the party.
NBC News has not independently confirmed all aspects of the reporting, and Hegseth has not publicly declared a campaign. The report was featured on Hallie Jackson NOW.