The announcement on July 4, American Independence Day, follows rumors that have been circulating for years over West's potential involvement in politics, notably after many meetings he has had with US President Donald Trump, Billboard reported.It is unclear if he has filed the necessary paperwork to run in the election. However, the deadline to register on the ballot as an independent candidate has yet to pass in many states, Reuters reported.While West may be entering his name in the race only months away from November 3, he has already received his first celebrity endorsement: Elon Musk."You have my full support!" the Tesla and SpaceX founder tweeted in a reply to West's announcement.We must now realize the promise of America by trusting God, unifying our vision and building our future. I am running for president of the United States ! #2020VISION
— ye (@kanyewest) July 5, 2020
This endorsement comes after the two celebrities have reportedly been getting closer in recent days, with West having uploaded a picture of the two of them side by side, followed by another picture with their heads swapped on each other's body.You have my full support!
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 5, 2020
— ye (@kanyewest) July 1, 2020His rivals in the race, Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden, have yet to comment.