Former television personality and political commentator Smith announced that stepping into the electoral arena would mean she would be removed from her current broadcasting role, according to an interview with POLITICO. She explained that the network’s policy on conflict of interest would require her to leave the airwaves to avoid any appearance of bias during the campaign. The comment comes amid growing speculation that Smith is eyeing a high‑profile office, with her name already circulating in party circles. Her decision highlights the tension between media careers and public office, and raises questions about how networks handle potential political candidates.
“The minute I announce that I’m running, I would be taken off the air,” Smith said in an interview with POLITICO’s Dasha Burns.
