Julián Castro Confirms He’s Mulling Presidential Bid

At a Voto Latino conference in Texas, former HUD Secretary Julián Castroconfirmed he is considering a presidential run. When asked, Castro replied, “I might,” before a crowd of more than 350 people. He said he will spend 2018 weighing a bid. In an interview with the Houston Chronicleafter the event, Castro unleashed some criticism on Donald Trump's administration. "This administration is a disaster on so many issues," Castro said. "This just is not working. He's completely in over his head." The former San Antonio mayor was rumored to be on Hillary Clinton's short list for running mate in 2016 before she selected Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA). Castro also said that his twin brotherCongressman Joaquín Castro (D-TX) is 99% certain he will not to run for governor in 2018. Congressman Castro himself has repeatedly said he will run for re-election next year. More here.