Arizona is already getting a taste of the 2020 presidential race.
On Wednesday, Starbucks founder Howard Schultz visited Arizona State University to discuss his new book and why he may run for president.
Schultz talked up his new book, which reflects on his childhood — growing up in subsidized housing in Brooklyn — and how he went on to build a global coffee empire.
Speaking with ASU president Michael Crow, Schultz discussed the broken state of politics and criticized President Donald Trump for his tweets and handling of the economy.
Schultz also doubled down on the idea of running as an Independent.
As examples, Schultz cited "free college" and "Medicare-for-all."
The billionaire also pushed back against criticism that he could be a "spoiler" who siphons votes away from Democrats, causing Trump to get re-elected.
KJZZ's Will Stone was there at the event and joined The Show to talk about what he heard.
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Howard Schultz visited Arizona State University on Wednesday evening.