Kamala Harris set to release insider account detailing her 2024 presidential campaign setbacks

Kamala Harris set to release insider account detailing her 2024 presidential campaign setbacks

Kamala Harris, the former Vice President of the United States, has announced she will not run for California governor in 2026, leaving open the possibility of a 2028 presidential campaign[1][2][3]. In a statement, Harris pledged to stay politically active but stated that for now her leadership will not be in elected office [1][3].

The decision not to run for governor in 2026 leaves the possibility of a second presidential bid in 2028 open. Harris has not confirmed a 2028 run but has left the door open and hinted at pursuing a broader mission with "bold leadership" and "fresh thinking" [2][3].

Some in Harris' inner circle, as well as political analysts, suggest that running and winning the election in 2026 for governor of California would likely take a 2028 White House run off the table [1]. However, Harris' strategic positioning suggests she may be awaiting further developments in the party and primary landscape before fully declaring her plans.

Harris' potential competition within the Democratic Party for the 2028 presidential nomination is not yet clear. The Democratic Party is actively discussing changes to the primary calendar, with shifts in influential early-primary states such as South Carolina, New Hampshire, Nevada, and Iowa [4]. These primary schedule shifts could impact the dynamics of the 2028 nomination process. The Democratic National Committee's Rules and Bylaws Committee is set to discuss the 2028 primary calendar soon, which may influence the strategy and competition for all candidates, including Harris [4].

Harris could face political baggage from the 2024 campaign, including the Democrats' loss of the White House, Senate majority, and House. However, some Democrats believe Harris was put in a tough spot in the 2024 campaign and deserves another chance [5]. Harris' broad fundraising network built up from her previous campaign could prove beneficial in a potential 2028 run.

If Harris runs in 2028, she would be a recognizable Democrat in a large field of contenders. Other potential 2028 Democratic presidential contenders are already making early moves, such as Govs. Gavin Newsom, JB Pritzker, Josh Shapiro, Wes Moore, Andy Beshear, Gretchen Whitmer, Sen. Cory Booker, and former Biden Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

In a surprising twist, Harris teased that her book will reveal what she calls "the shortest presidential campaign in modern history" [6]. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is releasing a book titled "107 Days" in September, providing details about her abbreviated and unsuccessful 2024 White House bid. A Democratic strategist believes Harris would be a serious contender in the 2028 primary [7]. With a gubernatorial run off the table, the possibility of a 2028 White House run is no longer a concern for Kamala Harris.

Republican Rep. James Comer has stated the odds of Harris receiving a subpoena are high [8]. Harris' tenure as Vice President and her role in various political events have raised questions and sparked investigations. Regardless of these potential legal issues, Harris' strategic positioning and political ambitions suggest she is gearing up for a potential return to the political stage in 2028.

References:

1. CNN
2. Politico
3. NBC News
4. The Hill
5. The Washington Post
6. ABC News
7. The New York Times
8. Fox News

• Kamala Harris' decision to forgo a 2026 gubernatorial bid leaves the prospect of a 2028 presidential run unresolved [1][2][3].
• Her statement emphasized her intent to remain politically active, albeit not in an elected position [1][3].
• Some within Harris' circle and political experts suggest that a successful 2026 gubernatorial bid might preclude a 2028 presidential run [1].
• However, Harris' calculated approach indicates she might be biding her time, awaiting party and primary developments to clarify her future plans [1].
• The Democratic Party is contemplating alterations to the 2028 primary calendar, potentially affecting primary state sequences like South Carolina, New Hampshire, Nevada, and Iowa [4].
• These changes could affect the dynamics of the 2028 nomination process, as the Democratic National Committee's Rules and Bylaws Committee is due to discuss the 2028 primary calendar soon [4].
• Harris may carry political baggage from the 2024 campaign, such as the Democrats' loss of the White House, Senate majority, and House [5].
• Yet, some Democrats argue that Harris was disadvantaged in the 2024 campaign and believe she deserves a second chance [5].
• Harris' extensive fundraising network from her previous campaign could provide a significant advantage in a potential 2028 run [5].
• If Harris decides to run in 2028, she would be a recognizable Democratic candidate in a crowded field of competitors [6].
• Other potential 2028 Democratic presidential contenders are already making early moves, including Govs. Gavin Newsom, JB Pritzker, Josh Shapiro, Wes Moore, Andy Beshear, Gretchen Whitmer, Sen. Cory Booker, and former Biden Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg [6].
• In an unexpected twist, Harris teased that her forthcoming book, "107 Days," will reveal what she calls "the shortest presidential campaign in modern history" [6].
• Despite potential legal issues, Republican Rep. James Comer suggests the odds of Harris receiving a subpoena are high [8].
• Regardless of any legal entanglements, Harris' strategic positioning and political aspirations indicate she is preparing for a potential comeback to the political stage in 2028 [8].

[1] CNN, Politico, NBC News, [2] Politico, NBC News, [3] NBC News, [4] The Hill, [5] The Washington Post, [6] ABC News, [7] The New York Times, [8] Fox News

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