Kamala Harris Rules Out 2026 Run for California Governor
Kamala Harris, the former Vice President, has announced that she will not be running for California governor in 2026 [1][3]. After re-engaging in politics over the past several months, Harris made her decision known on Wednesday in a statement.
The decision not to run for governor leaves open the possibility of a potential 2028 presidential bid, a move that aligns with speculation about Harris' next political move following her 2024 presidential campaign and Joe Biden's choice not to seek reelection [1].
Harris, who served as a prosecutor, Attorney General, United States Senator, and Vice President before her decision, has expressed her deep admiration and respect for those who dedicate their lives to public service [1]. She believes that the best way she could make a difference and fight for a better future was to improve the system from within.
In the meantime, Harris plans to "remain in that fight" for "freedom, opportunity, fairness, and the dignity of all" [1]. She will continue her advocacy and leadership, but not necessarily in an elected office.
Harris has already shown signs of her continued public service. She has appeared virtually at a young voters summit earlier this month and an abortion rights advocacy group in June [2].
The former Vice President's joint fundraising committee with the Democratic National Committee, the Harris Victory Fund, has also started fundraising on behalf of former North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's new Senate bid [1].
Harris has expressed concern about the current state of politics, government, and institutions failing the American people, culminating in a moment of crisis [1]. She believes that her role in public service is not over and that she will continue to contribute to the Democratic Party after her presidential election loss.
In the coming months, Harris intends to get back out and listen to the American people, help elect Democrats, and share more details about her own plans [1]. She looks forward to continuing her journey in public service and making a difference in the lives of many.
[1] - The New York Times [2] - The Hill [3] - CNN [4] - Politico
- Kamala Harris, having expressed her ongoing commitment to public service, is not discounting a potential 2028 presidential bid, a move sparked by speculation about her next political move following her 2024 campaign and Joe Biden's decision not to seek reelection.
- Still deeply involved in policy-and-legislation, general-news, and international politics, Harris intends to get back out and listen to the American people in the coming months, helping to elect Democrats while sharing more details about her own future plans.
