Senate Democrats Skeptical Yet Open to Harris 2028 Bid

Senate Democrats are divided over whether former Vice President Kamala Harris should pursue another presidential run in 2028 after her decisive loss to Donald Trump in all seven battleground states, but many are not ruling out the possibility. While some senators, speaking anonymously, believe Harris should move on, others note her high name recognition and think she could offer a valuable perspective to the national debate. Senator John Hickenlooper described Harris as not necessarily a frontrunner but acknowledged she could shape party priorities and national conversations in the coming months. Polls indicate Harris currently leads the field of potential Democratic candidates for 2028, though skepticism remains about her viability given her recent defeat. Harris is also considering other political options, such as running for governor of California in 2026. Despite mixed opinions, the absence of a clear alternative candidate keeps her prospects open within the party.