Lou Dobbs For Governor? Host Open To NJ Run

The Star Ledger's Josh Margolin reports that Lou Dobbs may be running for New Jersey Governor:

It's a hot topic in Republican political and fundraising circles: CNN's Lou Dobbs is thinking of running for governor of New Jersey.

Several well-connected Republicans say they've heard the buzz that Dobbs, famous for his sharp commentary about Washington policies and politics, may be turning his sights on Trenton and has inquired about the steps necessary to start a campaign.

Reached by telephone yesterday morning at his home -- a 300-acre horse farm in Wantage, Sussex County -- Dobbs would not say whether he has any such plans. Asked if he wanted to deny it, Dobbs said, "I'm just not going to comment."

It is not the first time Dobbs, the host and managing editor of CNN's "Lou Dobbs Tonight," has been touted as a potential candidate. Around New Year's, his name was floated as a possible independent candidate for president, but he never entered the fray. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal in January, he downplayed the idea of entering politics but said, "I cannot say 'never.'"

Read Margolin's entire report here, or watch video of Dobbs addressing the rumors (with a "no comment") on "The Situation Room" tonight — and stay tuned for the eventual comment, should he ever make one: