Strongest Signal
In 2017, Bones publicly considered running for Governor of Arkansas . He explicitly stated he would run as an Independent to avoid being 'beholden' to either the Republican (MAGA-aligned) or Democratic establishments.
Latest Development
Bones prioritizes non-partisan philanthropy , such as raising millions for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, over political PAC donations or endorsements, reinforcing a neutral public profile.
Strongest Pro-MAGA
Bones often speaks about his impoverished upbringing in Arkansas , echoing themes of self-reliance and 'pulling oneself up by the bootstraps' that resonate with the MAGA movement's populist appeal to the working class.
Strongest Not MAGA
Bones defended former Dancing with the Stars host Tom Bergeron after Bergeron expressed concerns about the show casting Sean Spicer (former Trump Press Secretary), signaling a distance from MAGA-affiliated figures in entertainment.