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Kamala Harris Weighs 2026 California Governor Run Amid 2028 Presidential Speculation

Dec 15, 2024, 04:13 PM

Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly considering a run for California governor in 2026, according to CNN. This potential move comes as Harris has been telling donors, “You haven't seen the last of me. I'm not going quietly into the night,” signaling her intent to remain active in politics. Her advisers are divided on whether she should pursue the governorship or prepare for another presidential campaign in 2028. Running for governor could be seen as a strategic move to secure a significant political position in her home state, potentially clearing the field of other major Democratic candidates. However, this decision would complicate her chances of running for president again, as she would need to announce a presidential campaign shortly after winning the governorship, a move some advisers believe could undermine her credibility. Some argue that Harris still has a strong opportunity to run for president again, pointing to her ability to raise over $1 billion during her brief, 107-day candidacy in 2024, while others are concerned about her challenges in a longer campaign, particularly against well-positioned Democratic contenders who avoided the 2024 race.