Savannah Chrisley, 28, the reality star best known from Chrisley Knows Best, has hinted at a political future after attending a private White House meeting. The meeting, which took place in the aftermath of her parents’ presidential pardon, included discussions about the possibility of her taking over a House seat in Tennessee.
“I had a meeting at the White House about potentially taking over a House seat in Tennessee, and I just knew that right now wasn’t the time,” Savannah told People while promoting her new reality show, The Chrisleys: Back to Reality. She explained that, despite the high-profile opportunity, she wasn’t ready to dive into politics. “I didn’t feel in my heart and soul that I could make the impact that I truly wanted to make because I just got my life back,” she said.
Savannah’s parents, Todd, 56, and Julie, 52, were convicted of bank and tax fraud, involving $30 million in fraudulent loans used to fund their extravagant lifestyle. Their subsequent release, following a presidential pardon, brought Savannah into the national spotlight in a new way—one that sparked her interest in public service.
From Reality TV to Political Aspirations
The idea of stepping into public office emerged during a press conference held on the day Todd Chrisley was released from prison. Savannah described being overwhelmed by the support from the crowd. “There were at least 100 cars there, and people were just handing me their babies. Like, literally, I had a naked baby in my arms,” she recalled.
A particular moment stuck with her. “There was this little girl that kept wanting to hold my hand and stand with me. And I literally felt like Princess Diana in that moment,” Savannah said on her Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley podcast. The encounter, combined with the outpouring of public attention, prompted her to consider a path she had never previously imagined.
“When I was standing outside the prison doing that press conference and seeing all the people who came up to me and hugged me and spoke to me, it really made me take a step back and say, ‘Maybe my future’s gonna look different than what I had originally thought. Maybe I am gonna get involved in politics,’” she said.
Timing and Priorities
Despite the opportunity, Savannah emphasized that now is not the right moment for a political campaign. She is focused on rebuilding her life and determining her next steps. “I’m rebuilding and figuring out who I am and what I want out of life,” she said.
Savannah also highlighted her belief that meaningful change can be achieved outside of elected office. Speaking at the 2024 National Republican Convention, she said, “I feel like you can implement just as much change on the outside with a very large platform and voice than you can on the inside, so, who knows?”
Looking ahead, she acknowledged that other opportunities might arise in Tennessee politics. “Marsha Blackburn is going to run for governor and she will win,” Savannah said. “So, who knows what happens to that Senate seat? I just say, like this whole pardon process, everything happens for a reason. Every relationship you make, every hand you shake.”
Lessons from Family Trials
Savannah’s interest in politics has also been shaped by her parents’ legal troubles. She has spoken publicly about advocating for prison reform and supporting individuals who have been incarcerated. “Now I see all the broken things in the system where individuals have to be rehabilitated, where we need mental health treatment for these individuals, as well as giving them job opportunities and advocating for them when it comes to that,” she told ABC News Studios’ IMPACT x Nightline special, The Chrisleys: Life After Lockup.
Her experiences navigating the legal system with her family have given her a unique perspective on the challenges faced by those who are reentering society after serving time in prison. Savannah’s platform as a public figure, she believes, can amplify these issues and influence change even without holding office.
What’s Next for Savannah Chrisley
While Savannah is not running for office immediately, her White House meeting shows that her name has entered political conversations. For now, she is focusing on her media projects and public advocacy. Her new reality special, The Chrisleys: Back to Reality, premieres on Lifetime on September 1 and 2, with a concluding episode airing on September 16. The series follows the family as they adjust to life after prison, offering viewers insight into both the challenges and the growth the Chrisleys are experiencing.
Savannah remains reflective about her future. “There’s power in every interaction, every decision, and every relationship you form. That’s something I won’t take lightly moving forward,” she said.
Whether she ultimately pursues a role in politics or continues to leverage her platform to influence change from the outside, Savannah Chrisley’s story shows a young woman grappling with the intersections of fame, family, and civic responsibility—a journey that has captured public attention and sparked speculation nationwide.
