Gavin Newsom Announces He Will Step Aside from the 2028 Presidential Race If Kamala Harris Runs
California Governor Gavin Newsom stated that he will not enter the 2028 presidential race if former Vice President Kamala Harris runs, noting that such a scenario would create an opportunity for opponents.
In an upcoming interview, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that he will not enter the race for the 2028 presidential election if former Vice President Kamala Harris decides to run.
Potential Candidacy in the 2028 Election
In an interview with CNN, California Governor Gavin Newsom clearly stated that he would not compete against Kamala Harris should she launch a candidacy. Both figures hail from California and rank among the primary figures of the Democratic Party's future.
Intra-Party Competition and Wasted Time
Newsom emphasized that going head-to-head with Harris in the same race would mean wasting voters' time and would serve as a major gift to political opponents. The governor stated that he would not make such a move against Harris.
Past Thoughts and Future Plans
Newsom expressed that he had considered running in 2024 as well, but did not feel ready at that time. He noted that he is still in the evaluation phase regarding whether he will be ready for future primaries.
Harris's Status and Future Uncertainty
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has kept a relatively quiet profile following her 2024 election loss. In a statement made in July, Harris shared with the public that she has not yet decided whether she will run in 2028.