Kamala Harris decision not to run in 2026 opens door to possible second presidential run in 2028

Former Vice President Kamala Harris closed one door with her announcement that she wouldn't run in 2026 for governor of her home state of California.

But her decision to keep her name off the ballot next year left the door open for a possible second presidential bid in 2028.

In her statement explaining her decision, Harris said, "For now, my leadership — and public service — will not be in elected office."

But Harris, who replaced then-President Joe Biden as the Democratic Party's 2024 presidential nominee last summer after he dropped out of the race amid mounting questions over his physical and mental stamina, pledged to stay involved in politics.

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