Kamala Harris: 2028 White House Bid Faces Family, Party Doubts
WASHINGTON, DC-Former US Vice President Kamala Harris is considering another presidential run in 2028, but her husband, Doug Emhoff, has privately expressed reservations about the prospect, while some Democratic donors have questioned her chances of securing the party’s nomination, according to a media report.
The Wall Street Journal reported on October 9 that Emhoff has privately told people he would prefer Harris not to seek the presidency again, although those close to him expect him to support her if she decides to enter the race.
The report, citing people familiar with the conversations, said Harris has been taking steps that could lay the groundwork for another White House campaign, including meeting major donors, hiring political staff and travelling to battleground states to campaign for Democratic candidates ahead of the November midterm elections.
“I have not decided if I’m going to run again,” Harris said at an NAACP event in Michigan last month, according to the newspaper.
A spokesman for Harris declined to comment on the Journal’s report.
According to the newspaper, some Democratic donors have privately questioned whether she should seek the nomination again, while several party figures believe Democrats should consider a fresh candidate for 2028.
In her memoir, ‘107 Days,’ Harris described the personal toll of the 2024 campaign on their marriage, including the pressure caused by political attacks and public criticism.
Since leaving Washington, Emhoff has resumed practicing law in Los Angeles, while the couple have purchased a home in Malibu.
Despite uncertainty surrounding her presidential ambitions, Harris has remained politically active. The Journal reported that she has participated in private fundraisers in California, including events supporting Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate David Crowley and Nevada gubernatorial candidate Aaron Ford.
She also joined a Democratic National Committee mobilization call involving more than 2,000 volunteers, encouraging campaign workers to reach voters in competitive states.
Harris is expected to campaign in Nevada and Georgia, including for Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff, who is seeking re-election.
She has also strengthened her political operation, working with advisers including former ambassador Candace Bond and communications director Eduardo Negrón. The report said she has maintained ties with Democratic strategist Brian Fallon, who worked on her 2024 presidential campaign.
California Governor Gavin Newsom, another potential contender for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, has said he would not run if Harris entered the race, according to the newspaper.
Harris continues to enjoy support among key Democratic constituencies, particularly Black women. Democratic strategist Donna Brazile, who remains in contact with Harris, told the Journal that the former vice president was focused on helping Democratic candidates in the November elections. (IANS)
