Political Odds: Will Mark Cuban Run for President in 2024?
Will Mark Cuban run for President next November? The billionaire recently sold a portion of the Dallas Mavericks and quit the hit show Shark Tank. Cuban’s recent moves have many wondering if he is planning to enter politics.
Political betting sites already have odds available for Cuban’s next major career move. A presidential run in 2024 is one of the top betting options.
Keep reading to see the latest odds for a potential Mark Cuban 2024 presidential run. I will tell you the latest odds and breakdown of each betting market. Also, I will give you my predictions for how Cuban would fare in the 2024 US presidential race.
Will Mark Cuban Run for President?
Mark Cuban is one of the most recognizable billionaires in the world. He became a popular figure in NBA circles after purchasing the Dallas Mavericks. Cuban also gained a following from his appearances on Shark Tank throughout the years.
However, Cuban has since distanced himself from both projects. He reportedly quit the show and has sold off a significant stake in the Mavs. Many people are asking if the billionaire has plans to move into politics.
BetUS has multiple betting markets related to Cuban and a potential presidential run. Here are the top options available for bettors who want to wager on Cuban’s next major career move:
- Open or buy sportsbook/casino (+150)
- Start a real estate company (+200)
- Found a tech company (+250)
- Start cannabis company (+600)
- Run for President (+800)
Cuban running for president in 2024 is listed at +800, putting it in this futures wager’s top five betting options. All Cuban has to do is announce his campaign, and you will cash your bet. Given recent events, there are plenty of reasons to think that Cuban could try to get his name on the 2024 ticket.
Why Do People Think Mark Cuban is Running for President?
All signs point toward a rematch of the 2020 election in 2024. Donald Trump and President Joe Biden are the current favorites to win the 2024 election. However, it is fair to say that more and more people are looking for alternative options rather than the current candidates.
CVS is shaking up drug pricing. You can thank Mark Cuban https://t.co/OkvLmcUYua via @CNNBusiness
— Yahoo Finance (@YahooFinance) December 6, 2023
There are many issues that have popped up in the last three years that have caused people to lose faith in Trump and Biden. Trump is facing dozens of legal charges and could potentially go to jail. Biden has failed to deliver on many of his campaign promises and is being heavily criticized for his handling of the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Many third-party candidates, such as RFK Jr., are receiving some traction. Cuban would have an advantage over most other candidates, given his massive wealth. He could easily fund a presidential campaign with the money he got from selling the Mavs.
Cuban has also made headlines in recent years for his pharmaceutical company. His company sells prescription meds with minimal markup, making them much more affordable than other major companies. Cuban is very recognizable, too, so many voters already know who he is.
Updated 2024 Presidential Election Odds
BetUS has Mark Cuban listed at +500 to announce a 2024 presidential run. He is short on time, but Cuban has the resources to make up a lot of ground on the other top candidates.
Here is a look at the latest 2024 presidential election odds at the top sports betting sites:
- Donald Trump, Sr. (+125)
- Joe Biden (+175)
- Gavin Newsom (+700)
- Nikki Haley (+700)
- Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. (+1600)
Despite not officially announcing a campaign, Cuban is listed at +5000 in this betting market. That puts him just behind Vivek Ramaswamy (+4000), one of the leading candidates in the GOP primary debates.
Part of the reason Cuban’s odds are so low is that he has not yet announced his campaign. If Cuban officially throws his hat in the ring, his odds will shorten significantly.
Would Cuban Run as an Independent?
The US has long been a defacto two-party system. However, it is unlikely that Cuban would be able to win the Democratic nomination. President Biden is the incumbent and, despite recent troubles, is still the front-runner to be the 2024 Democrat nominee.
“Maybe he’s thinking of getting in 2024,” said Tim Miller, writer for conservative media platform The Bulwark, in a video, “[..] It would, by far, be the biggest name that would be considered in this sort of third party, centrist, No Labels lane.”https://t.co/zLA7Kvx1gg
— Independent Political Report (@I_P_R) December 6, 2023
Cuban could run as a third party, though. Given his resources, he would immediately have the advantage over other independent candidates.
Even for a billionaire, winning the presidential election as a third-party candidate would be challenging. Cuban would have to hope for more than 50% of the blue vote. Also, he would need to red vote to be split as well.
If Trump’s legal troubles cost him the GOP nomination, he would also have the option to run independently. In that scenario, Cuban and Trump would both have a real shot at breaking up the two-party system. It would also be the first time since 1860 that voters had four realistic candidates to choose from.
Who Would Cuban Pick as His Vice President?
If Cuban decides to run for president in 2024, he will need a VP to run with. The right running mate can greatly affect a candidate’s chances of winning the election. Here are the top options for being Cuba’s vice president, according to the latest odds at BetUS.
- Joe Manchin (+300)
- Mitt Romney (+300)
- Liz Cheney (+1000)
- Dwayne Johnson (+1000)
- Chris Christie (+2000)
- Adam Kinzinger (+2000)
- Oprah Winfrey (+2000)
Joe Manchin and Mitt Romney are tied for the best odds to be Cuban’s running mate in 2024. They are both listed at +300 to be the VP with Cuban in the latest odds.
Liz Cheney and Dwayne Johnson are listed at +1000 in this betting market. Cheney and The Rock are tied for the third-best odds. Former NJ governor Christie is tied with Adam Kinzinger and Oprah Winfrey at +2000.
Joe Manchin (+300)
West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin (+300) is tied for the best odds to be Cuban’s VP pick. Manchin is a self-described centrist Democrat and has decades of political experience. He has served in the Senate since 2010 and was the WV Governor prior to running for Congress.
Manchin would bring an air of legitimacy to Cuban’s campaign. He would also help Cuban win over conservatives who have been alienated by the current GOP. Manchin voted against many of President Obama’s and President Biden’s more liberal policies, and he supports Trump’s border wall.
Mitt Romney (+300)
Another option that would help Cuban win over moderate voters is Mitt Romney. The Republican Senator ran for President in 2012 and lost to Obama. Romney is listed at +300 to be Cuban’s running mate in 2024.
Romney’s name recognition alone would greatly boost Cuban’s campaign. However, his presence could also turn away some liberal voters who would not want to see Romney as VP. Even as a centrist Republican, it would be hard for many Democrats to vote for Romney on the 2024 ticket.
Liz Cheney (+1000)
Former Republican Senator Liz Cheney is also near the top of the betting board in this market. Cheney was the focus of much of the anger of far-right members of the Senator after the 2020 election. She lost her re-election for the Wyoming seat to MAGA candidate Harriet Hageman.
The opposition from Trump supporters could make Cheney a sympathetic figure to voters. She is also much younger than Romney or Manchin, who are both in their 70s. If Cuban wants a relatively young and experienced running mate to help win over moderate conservatives, Cheney appears to be the way to go.
Dwayne Johnson (+1000)
WWE legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (+1000) has also been the subject of presidential rumors. He could start his run for a future presidential bid by joining Cuban as his VP.
🔥🚨BREAKING NEWS: Dwayne The Rock Johnson is currently meeting with some of the military cadre at the Pentagon, this is just days after The Rock’s interview where he confirmed that ‘the parties’ wanted him to run for president. pic.twitter.com/9KdhuxQd83
— Dom Lucre | Breaker of Narratives (@dom_lucre) December 6, 2023
Like Cuban, The Rock has plenty of money to contribute toward an election campaign. Also, he is very well-known and would win some votes based on his popularity alone. Johnson and Cuban would be a busy-savvy team that offers an alternative to the current political machine.
Chris Christie (+2000)
Chris Christie (+2000) is tied for the fifth-best odds to be Cuban’s running mate in the 2024 election. He has participated in the Republican primary votes this year and has a strong anti-Trump stance.
Christie is unlikely to win the GOP nomination. However, like Cheney and Romney, he could help Cuban win over demoralized GOP voters. He has plenty of political experience, too, thanks to his time as the New Jersey Governor.
Can Mark Cuban Win the Presidential Election in 2024?
Is Mark Cuban Running for President in 2024? The billionaire has not announced his campaign, but many believe an announcement is coming given his recent business moves. If I had to pick a third-party candidate to bet on, Cuban would be my choice.
Cuban has the money and recognition needed to run a successful campaign. Also, his track record and liberal business practices would help him attract voters from both parties. With a strong running mate, Cuban has an outside shot at splitting the votes from both parties and winning the election.
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