Former Vice President Kamala Harris is signaling that her political career is far from over, with mounting evidence suggesting she’s positioning herself for another presidential run in 2028. After losing to Donald Trump in last year’s election, Harris has made a series of strategic moves that Democrats are interpreting as the groundwork for a comeback campaign.
In a recent interview with the BBC, Harris offered her clearest indication yet that she may seek the presidency again. When asked directly if she could see herself becoming president, she responded “possibly,” confirming she is actively considering another White House bid. While she emphasized that no final decision has been made, Harris was unequivocal about her continued commitment to public service. “I am not done,” she stated.
The speculation intensified following Harris’ appearance at the Democratic National Committee last week, where she addressed party leadership and spoke on the At Our Table podcast with DNC chair Jamie Harrison. During that conversation, Harrison pressed her on whether 2028 was on her mind and if she felt she had unfinished business. Harris deflected somewhat, saying she hasn’t made any decisions yet, but the very nature of the discussion kept the door wide open for a future campaign.
Adding fuel to the speculation, Harris has significantly expanded the tour for her recently published memoir “107 Days,” which chronicles her abbreviated presidential campaign. The book’s title refers to the condensed timeframe she had to run for president after Joe Biden withdrew from the race. In the memoir, Harris has been notably critical of the Biden team’s support during her campaign, characterizing the former president’s decision to seek reelection as “reckless.” She wrote that deferring entirely to Biden and his wife to make that decision on their own showed poor judgment given what was at stake for the country.
Harris hasn’t limited her criticism to Biden’s reelection strategy. Speaking to the BBC on October 25, 2025, she also took aim at her 2024 opponent, calling Trump a “tyrant” and arguing that her campaign warnings about his authoritarian tendencies have been validated by his actions since returning to office.
Despite some questions about her electoral prospects, Harris remains at or near the top of 2028 Democratic primary polls. When asked about polling, Harris dismissed concerns about their relevance entirely, pointing to her own career trajectory as evidence that polls shouldn’t dictate political decisions. She noted that if she had listened to polling, she wouldn’t have run for her first or second offices and certainly wouldn’t be where she is today.
The question of Harris’ political future extends beyond just the presidency. Some Democratic insiders have speculated about a potential run for California governor in 2026, though Harris has been less explicit about those plans. Her political resume in California is extensive, including service as San Francisco district attorney, California attorney general, and U.S. senator before becoming vice president under Biden.
Political observers note that Harris maintains strong support among key Democratic constituencies, particularly Black voters who have historically been crucial in Democratic presidential primaries. Her approval rating in California currently stands at approximately 50 percent, giving her a solid base of support in the nation’s most populous state even as she weighs her options for the future.
The timing of Harris’ recent activities and statements suggests a deliberate strategy to remain relevant in Democratic politics while the party conducts its broader assessment of what went wrong in the 2024 election. With the 2026 midterm elections on the horizon and the 2028 presidential race beginning to take shape, Harris appears determined to ensure she remains a central figure in conversations about the party’s direction and leadership.
As Democrats search for answers following Trump’s victory, Harris is positioning herself as someone who learned from the experience rather than someone ready to exit the political stage. Whether that message will resonate with Democratic primary voters remains to be seen, but Harris has made clear she intends to be part of that conversation as the party looks ahead to reclaiming the White House.
