Kamala Harris Signals Possible 2028 Presidential Run: ‘I’m Not Done’/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Former Vice President Kamala Harris has suggested she’s open to another presidential run in 2028, saying she’s “not done” with politics. In a BBC interview, Harris dismissed poor polling and emphasized her lifelong commitment to public service. While she hasn’t confirmed her plans, she left the door open for a future White House bid.
Kamala Harris Signals Possible 2028 Presidential Run — Quick Looks
- Harris tells BBC she is “not done” with politics.
- Says public service is “in my bones.”
- Lost to Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election.
- Says she hasn’t made a decision about 2028 run — but doesn’t rule it out.
- Dismisses negative polling, says she’s overcome poor numbers before.
- Hints she may seek to become the first female U.S. president.
- Emphasizes that there are “many ways to serve.”
- Interview set to air Sunday on BBC.
Deep Look
Kamala Harris Suggests 2028 Presidential Bid May Be on the Horizon: ‘I’m Not Done’
Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is signaling that her time in politics is far from over—and she may be eyeing a return to the presidential stage in 2028.
In a new interview with the BBC set to air this Sunday, Harris, who was the Democratic nominee in 2024 and lost to Donald Trump, made her strongest remarks yet about the possibility of another White House run. When asked about her political future, she responded confidently: “I’m not done.”
“I have lived my entire career as a life of service, and it’s in my bones,” Harris said, suggesting that public office remains a meaningful part of her identity.
A Hint at History
Pressed on whether she could still become the first woman to hold the U.S. presidency, Harris replied: “Possibly.” Though she stopped short of a formal announcement, the answer was seen by many political observers as a clear indication that she is weighing a return to the campaign trail.
The next U.S. presidential election is scheduled for November 2028, and speculation has already begun about who might lead the Democratic ticket. Harris’s comments suggest she wants to remain part of that conversation.
No Decision Yet, But an Open Door
Despite her openness to the idea, Harris emphasized that no final decision has been made. “There are many ways to serve,” she said. “But I have not decided yet what I will do in the future.”
Her remarks come as Democrats begin looking for potential challengers to a resurging Republican party led by Trump, who reclaimed the White House in 2024. Harris’s experience—as a former U.S. Senator, California Attorney General, and the first woman of color to serve as Vice President—keeps her name in the mix despite her 2024 loss.
Dismissing the Polls
In the interview, Harris also addressed polling data that shows her as an underdog in future Democratic primaries. She quickly dismissed those numbers, noting that her political career has consistently defied expectations.
“If I listened to polls, I would have not run for my first office, or my second office — and I certainly wouldn’t be sitting here,” she said. It’s a familiar line from Harris, who often frames her journey in terms of resilience and trailblazing.
Building Momentum While Weighing Her Options
Since leaving office in early 2025, Harris has remained active on the political circuit, appearing at speaking engagements, participating in book tours, and weighing in on key issues such as voting rights, reproductive access, and international diplomacy. Her public schedule has fueled speculation that she is laying the groundwork for a comeback.
Supporters see her as a candidate with unfinished business—especially after a closely contested 2024 race against Trump. Detractors, however, argue that her campaign failed to inspire the Democratic base and that the party should look to new voices in 2028.
Still, Harris’s unique position as a former VP and presidential nominee gives her unmatched name recognition and a solid foundation from which to launch a future campaign.
A Moment to Watch
While Harris has yet to officially throw her hat into the 2028 ring, her comments this week suggest she wants to keep the option very much alive. With the Democratic field still wide open, her decision in the coming years could shape the party’s direction—and possibly American history.
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