Harris Leads CA Race, Buttigieg Tops 2028 Poll

Recent polling shows Kamala Harris as the leading candidate in California's 2026 gubernatorial race, with 24% support, ahead of Rick Caruso and a generic Republican opponent. Harris is expected to announce her decision on entering the race by the end of summer, amid mixed enthusiasm from Democratic donors and voters. In national polling for the 2028 Democratic presidential primary, former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has overtaken Harris, securing 16% support to her 13%, a reversal from earlier surveys where Harris led. These results highlight shifting dynamics within the Democratic Party at both the state and national levels. The polls also reflect significant uncertainty, with a large share of voters still undecided. Buttigieg's lead is attributed to his policy expertise and appeal to younger voters.