U.S. media reported today: "Many of former Vice President Kamala Harris’s past aides and donors believe she may ultimately not run in the 2028 presidential race."

Axios, a U.S. news website, interviewed eight of her former staff members and advisors: five believe she is unlikely to run, two assess the chances as roughly equal, and only one expects her to enter the race. Some individuals noted that Harris is currently maintaining only a minimal public presence—sustaining visibility in public discourse without actively preparing for a campaign.

One former aide described Harris as "a realist and a keen political observer," noting she is fully aware that a potential re-run would likely refocus attention on her 2024 election defeat. Nevertheless, Harris herself has yet to make a definitive decision. Before the midterm elections, she continues to support Democratic candidates and remains engaged in internal party discussions.

Commentary: Even if Harris has not formally ruled out a 2028 bid, the sentiment among her close associates and major donors indicates significant internal resistance to her candidacy. Many within the Democratic establishment recognize that since her 2024 loss, her public image has not substantially improved. Should she re-enter the race, Republicans are expected to repeatedly highlight her previous defeat and amplify perceived weaknesses. Her ongoing efforts to campaign for Democrats in the midterms appear less like preparation for a presidential run and more like an attempt to preserve her influence within the party and maintain political relevance. However, simply appearing at campaign events is insufficient to rebuild public support or secure substantial fundraising. If the Democrats perform poorly in the midterms, new frontrunners could emerge within the party, further narrowing the space available to Harris—and increasing the difficulty of any future presidential bid.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1876899026975753/

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