Texas Senator Ted Cruz signaled Wednesday that he could launch another bid for the White House in 2028, a move that would position him as a potential challenger to Vice President JD Vance for the Republican presidential nomination.

"It's no secret that I want to be president," Cruz said during an appearance on the podcast hosted by Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.

The comments mark the latest indication of interest from the Texas Republican, who previously sought the GOP nomination in 2016. With the 2024 election cycle concluded and the current administration in place, attention is already turning to the next presidential contest.

Cruz made the remarks in response to questions about his political future. The senator has maintained a high profile on issues including border security, energy policy, and judicial appointments throughout his time in the Senate.

A 2028 campaign by Cruz would test the strength of the Republican coalition heading into the next cycle. Vance, as the sitting vice president, would enter any primary as a leading contender with the advantages of incumbency and name recognition.

Cruz has not confirmed a formal decision to run but left little doubt about his long-term goals in the exchange with Patrick. Observers expect more details on his plans to emerge in the coming months as other potential candidates assess their own prospects.