Other 2016 hopefuls maintain that Bush 's announcement would n't prevent them from running . Bush announced Tuesday on his social media account that he 's considering a presidential bid . However , a source near Rubio said Tuesday that while Bush 's announcement changes the dynamic of the race , the junior Florida Senator is still `` on track to run for president '' in 2016 . He has been making moves toward a run -- particularly in the past 48 hours . Democrats claim that Bush 's announcement was more about keeping his candidacy in the news .
Other 2016 hopefuls maintain that Bush 's announcement would n't prevent them from running . Bush announced Tuesday on his social media account that he 's considering a presidential bid . He has been making moves toward a run -- particularly in the past 48 hours . Democrats claim that Bush 's announcement was more about keeping his candidacy in the news .