Kamala Harris, who previously served as Vice President, is reportedly contemplating a bid for the governorship of California, as indicated by a recent report.
According to sources cited by The Hill, Harris has yet to reach a definitive decision and is weighing her options. However, the prospect of entering the gubernatorial race has reportedly invigorated her with a newfound enthusiasm. The sources further noted that Harris is adhering to a self-imposed deadline to make her decision by the end of summer.
As reported by Breitbart, one insider remarked, "She has a lot of people in her ear telling her that it makes the most sense." Despite this, another source countered the notion that Harris is predisposed to join the race. The sources emphasized that while Harris is still deliberating, she has expressed a strong interest in continuing her public service, with the gubernatorial race being a significant consideration. Those close to Harris have observed that the idea of running has sparked "a glimmer in her eyes."
In February, Breitbart's Simon Kent highlighted a survey conducted by Emerson College Polling/Inside California Politics/The Hill, which positioned Harris as the leading candidate among Democrats vying to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom. The poll revealed that Harris garnered 57 percent support from Democrat primary voters, with former Representative Katie Porter trailing at nine percent. Meanwhile, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis each received four percent support.
The 2026 gubernatorial race in California is shaping up to be competitive, with other potential Democratic candidates including Villaraigosa and Xavier Becerra, who served as Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Joe Biden. Harris's potential candidacy could significantly influence the political landscape, given her prominent national profile and previous leadership experience.
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