US Democratic Senator Christopher Van Hollen has revealed that he is considering a run for the 2028 US presidential election, bringing renewed attention to his personal connection with Pakistan, where he was born.

According to the Maryland state government’s official biography, Van Hollen was born in Karachi on January 10, 1959, while his father was serving as an American foreign service officer.

The senator has previously spoken warmly about his connection with Pakistan. In a message marking the country’s Independence Day in 2025, he said he was proud to have been born in Karachi and praised the generosity and determination of the Pakistani people.

Van Hollen has also maintained engagement with Pakistan-related issues. He thanked Pakistan for helping evacuate people from Afghanistan in 2021 and discussed assistance for flood-affected communities with then-foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari in 2022.

A member of the US Senate since 2017, Van Hollen previously served in the House of Representatives from 2003 to 2017.

Speaking to Fox 5 DC, he confirmed that he had been exploring a possible 2028 presidential campaign, although no formal candidacy has been announced.