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It’s no secret that Stephen A. Smith has political aspirations, and he might have been trying to make advances in that field when he made a trip to Donald Trump’s White House.
On Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, Smith was spotted walking into the White House. He was dressed in a suit and a spiffy pair of sunglasses.
Philip Lewis clarified the reason for Smith’s visit. He interviewed the president for his show. However, when asked if he’d accept a job offer to be the White House’s press secretary, he replied, “No way in hell.”
It is unknown when Smith’s interview with Trump will premiere. Expect more details in the coming days after it has been recorded.
Stephen A. Smith and Donald Trump’s past beef before White House interview
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Maybe it shouldn’t be surprising that Smith and Trump linked up. The president previously questioned Smith’s “IQ,” saying, “He’s a nice guy, but you need a certain aptitude to run for president. You need a high IQ, I’m not sure he has that. I don’t think he does.”
Smith responded, challenging Trump to a debate “anytime, any place, anywhere.” He was not backing down from the president. It’s unknown whether they had a debate during the interview.
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“I’ll debate you any day of the week if you want to, Mr. President,” Smith said, calling out the president. “I’ve been trying to interview you for over a year. My IQ, my aptitude — what you scared about sitting down with little old me? What you worried about? Anytime, any place, anywhere. White House, Mar-a-Lago, Bedminster, wherever.
“You’ll sit down with me — sports and politics and everything in between. I’d love to talk to you about a bevy of issues that are pertinent and relevant and right in your realm where your aptitude can shine brightly, and we’ll see where my aptitude lies then,” he continued.
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