Kamala Harris Signals Potential 2028 Presidential Run

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Kamala Harris is not ruling out another run for the White House.

In an interview with the BBC, Harris said she expects a woman will be president of the United States in the coming years, and it could “possibly” be her.

“I am not done,” she said.

The former US vice-president, who ran unsuccessfully as the Democratic presidential nominee last year, said she has not yet determined whether she will mount a 2028 presidential campaign.

“I’ve not decided yet what I will do in the future, beyond what I am doing right now,” Harris said.

But she dismissed the suggestion that she would face long odds if she entered the race again.

Kamala Harris, reflecting on her political journey, emphasized her lifelong commitment to public service, remarking, “Service is in my bones, and there are many ways to serve. I’ve never listened to polls.” Her steadfast dedication has been a hallmark of her career.

In an interview with the Associated Press last week, Harris, 60, also made clear that running again in 2028 is still on the table.

She said she sees herself as a leader of the party, including in pushing back against Trump and preparing for the 2026 midterms.

Harris has recently given a series of interviews following the release of her book 107 Days last month.

The book looks back on her experience replacing then-president Joe Biden as the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee after he dropped out of the race.

In the memoir, Harris argues it was “recklessness” to let Biden run for a second term as president.

Harris stepped into a pivotal role following a tumultuous televised debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. The event generated widespread discussion about Biden’s age and cognitive capabilities, prompting Harris to take over in a crucial moment for the Democratic Party.

Joe Biden is speaking at a podium, in front of an American flag. Kamala Harris is behind him.

In her memoir, Harris candidly described the decision to support Biden’s 2024 presidential bid as “reckless.” She expressed concern over the implications of allowing him to pursue another term, a sentiment shared by some senior Democrats.

Harris also accused his White House team of failing to support her while she was his deputy, and at times of actively hindering her.

Meanwhile, political jockeying among Democrats for the 2028 presidential contest appears to be playing out even earlier than usual.

Several potential candidates are already taking steps to get to know voters in key states, including California governor Gavin Newsom, term-limited Kentucky governor Andy Beshear and California representative Ro Khanna.

Upwards of 30 high-profile Democrats could ultimately enter the primary.

— Reporting by the Associated Press via the Australian Associated Press.