Dems Keep Harris at Arm’s Length Ahead of 2028 Run

Democratic lawmakers and candidates across several states are publicly distancing themselves from Vice President Kamala Harris, signaling hesitancy about another Harris presidential bid even in her home base of California. Harris is still making campaign appearances with Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan, but multiple Senate hopefuls and governors say they won’t campaign with her, highlighting an intra-party divide and the lingering aura of the Biden era. A recent poll shows California voters less enthusiastic about a 2028 Harris run, underscoring voters’ desire for new leadership while Harris remains a key surrogate for the party.