Washington, D.C. — Former Vice President Kamala Harris has announced that she will not run for Governor of California in 2026, but reports suggest she is leaving open the possibility of a presidential campaign in 2028.
In a statement released on July 30 2025, Harris said she had “given serious thought” to seeking the governorship of California — a potential platform that long seemed within reach. However, after careful consideration, she concluded the timing was not right for that particular office.
While she formally dismissed the state‑office option, Harris emphasized that her broader political ambitions remain active. She told supporters that she would devote the upcoming period to mobilizing Democratic candidates, listening to the American people, and “sharing more details in the months ahead” about her future plans.
Despite the subdued tone, Harris’s aides reportedly told internal allies she intends to “stay in the fight” and is seriously weighing another run for the White House in 2028. Some sources describe her as positioning herself for a full‑scale comeback, not simply a placeholder role.
Risks accompany that ambition. A recent poll found that a majority of California Democrats believe Harris should not pursue the 2028 nomination, raising questions about her electoral appeal after her 2024 defeat. Additionally, political strategists say her name recognition remains high, but her support base appears eroded and the field of potential Democratic contenders is expanding.
Adding to the backdrop is a new memoir titled 107 Days, scheduled for release in September 2025, in which Harris reflects on the events of her 2024 campaign and her relationship with former President Joe Biden’s White House. Excerpts reveal sharp criticism toward the decision‑making process that defined her entry into the race.
Harris’s decision not to run for California governor — once seen as a stepping stone — and her open timeline for a 2028 bid signals a recalibrated political strategy. The coming months will likely see her active behind the scenes while watching carefully for the right moment to re‑emerge on the national stage.
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