Harris Set for Major Speech at Emerge America Gala

Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to deliver her first major public remarks since leaving office at the Emerge America 20th anniversary gala in San Francisco, coinciding with President Donald Trump's 100th day back in office. Harris, recognized as a foundational figure for Emerge, will honor the organization's legacy of empowering Democratic women and is expected to critique Trump's economic policies and warn of threats to American institutions and global leadership. The speech comes as speculation mounts about Harris's political future, with decisions on a potential 2026 California gubernatorial run or a 2028 presidential campaign anticipated by the end of summer. Recent appearances at women’s leadership summits have highlighted Harris’s emphasis on courage and her continued commitment to public service. The gala also underscores a surge of interest among women in running for office following Trump’s reelection, with nearly 1,000 new inquiries reported. Harris’s address is expected to rally Democratic resistance and signal her possible next steps in U.S. politics.