ESPN star Stephen A. Smith has acknowledged that he is making more noise in political media than he would running for office. Since signing a new contract with ESPN last year, Smith has expanded his political influence to include news and political figures on his YouTube channel and weekly SiriusXM talk show. He contrasted his success to the inability of politicians in Washington to achieve anything. Despite speculation that a potential run for president may be more realistic in 2032 or beyond, Smith remains committed to his political commentary.