Is Chance the Rapper running for Chicago mayor?

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The race for Chicago mayor may soon get a taste of celebrity.

On Monday, Chance the Rapper posted a cryptic tweet saying "I'm thinking maybe I should."

A few hours later, the rap star announced he's holding a news conference at Chicago City Hall Tuesday morning regarding next year's mayoral election, prompting speculation that he might make a run.

However, a source tells ABC7 that Chicago mayoral candidate Amara Enyia is telling friends that the rap star will endorse her at City Hall.

Chance the Rapper been openly critical about current mayor Rahm Emanuel. In 2017, some fans even created a website calling on Chance to run for mayor.