Kamala Harris rules out California Governor run, says she won’t seek elected office ‘for now’
Former US vice president and 2024 Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has decided not to enter the race for California governor, putting an end to ongoing speculation about her political future after her defeat to Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, as per reports.In a statement released on Wednesday, Harris reportedly said, “for now, my leadership and public service will not be in elected office.” She added that she looks forward to engaging with communities across the country, supporting Democratic candidates, and sharing more about her future plans in the coming months.The announcement reportedly clears the field for several high-profile Democrats eyeing California’s top job, including Health Secretary Xavier Becerra, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, and Congresswoman Katie Porter.Harris, who has previously held the roles of California Attorney General and US Senator, had been considering a gubernatorial campaign since her departure from the White House in January. However, according to sources close to her, she reached her decision after deep reflection, stating she would not contest the 2026 election.While she has ruled out an immediate return to electoral politics, Harris’s remarks have reportedly left the possibility open for a future comeback, including a potential third run for the presidency.
Former US vice president and 2024 Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has decided not to enter the race for California governor, putting an end to ongoing speculation about her political future after her defeat to Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, as per reports.
In a statement released on Wednesday, Harris reportedly said, “for now, my leadership and public service will not be in elected office.” She added that she looks forward to engaging with communities across the country, supporting Democratic candidates, and sharing more about her future plans in the coming months.
The announcement reportedly clears the field for several high-profile Democrats eyeing California’s top job, including Health Secretary Xavier Becerra, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, and Congresswoman Katie Porter.
Harris, who has previously held the roles of California Attorney General and US Senator, had been considering a gubernatorial campaign since her departure from the White House in January. However, according to sources close to her, she reached her decision after deep reflection, stating she would not contest the 2026 election.
While she has ruled out an immediate return to electoral politics, Harris’s remarks have reportedly left the possibility open for a future comeback, including a potential third run for the presidency.
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