Former U.S. vice-president Kamala Harris, the Democratic Party’s 2024 presidential nominee, expressed interest in running for president again in 2028 during a recent appearance at a meeting of the National Action Network, a civil rights organization founded by Rev. Al Sharpton. When asked directly by Sharpton about her potential candidacy, Harris responded affirmatively, stating that she was contemplating the idea. The crowd at the New York City event reacted with enthusiasm to her remarks.
Harris mentioned that she would evaluate a 2028 presidential bid based on who could best serve the American people as president at that time. Previously serving as vice-president under Joe Biden, Harris faced defeat in her 2024 presidential campaign against Donald Trump, who secured victory in both the popular vote and the Electoral College. Harris has an extensive political background, having held positions such as U.S. senator and attorney general of California. Her unsuccessful attempt to secure the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination in 2020 is also noted.
Looking ahead to a potential 2028 run, Harris may encounter challenges with voters expressing a desire for fresh leadership within the Democratic Party following her loss to Trump. The National Action Network convention witnessed the presence of various potential Democratic candidates, including Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, former U.S. transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg, and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, among others.