Kamala Harris hints at 2028 run: A political comeback or an uphill battle? |
Former US Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has hinted that she may not be done with politics – and possibly not with her presidential ambitions. In a recent interview with the BBC on October 25, Harris suggested that she could run for president again in 2028, despite her defeat to Donald Trump in last year’s election. Her comments have reignited debate over her future in the Democratic Party and whether the American public is ready to embrace her again after a turbulent and polarizing campaign.
“I am not done,” Harris declared confidently. “I have lived my entire career a life of service, and it’s in my bones. And there are many ways to serve.” When asked if she would consider another run for the White House, the 61-year-old replied, “Possibly,” adding that she had not yet made a decision about 2028. She expressed optimism about the future of female leadership in the US, saying, “I am certain we will see a woman in charge in the White House in our lifetime.”
Her remarks were both reflective and defiant – a familiar tone for Harris, who has often positioned herself as a fighter undeterred by political setbacks. Yet her suggestion of a comeback comes at a time when her public image remains deeply divided, even within her own party.
Harris’s 2024 campaign began under extraordinary circumstances. She assumed the Democratic nomination after President Joe Biden dropped out of the race following a disastrous debate performance against Donald Trump. The debate – in which Biden stumbled over his words, lost his train of thought, and appeared visibly confused – sent shockwaves through the........