Sen. John McCain says if it in 2016 came down to Sen. Rand Paul or Hillary Clinton for president, he might have a hard time making up his mind.
Asked about the possibility in a new, lengthy interview with the New Republic, McCain (R-Ariz.) quipped: "It's gonna be a tough choice [laughs]."
McCain said that while a section of the party (including Paul) blocking bills is "of concern," he tries to remain respectful. He said he understands the Kentucky senator's agenda.
"Let me just clarify that. I think that Rand Paul represents a segment of the GOP, just like his father. And I think he is trying to expand that, intelligently, to make it larger," McCain said.
Regarding Clinton, McCain praised the job she did as secretary of State.
"I think she did a fine job. She's a rock star. She has, maybe not glamour, but certainly the aura of someone widely regarded throughout the world," McCain said.
The Arizona Republican has been working closely with the White House and a handful of Democrats in the Senate in recent weeks, trying to broker compromises between the two parties.
