Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced on Wednesday that she will not run for governor in her home state of California.
She hinted at continued involvement in national politics, including helping elect other candidates, and said that “for now” she would not seek elected office. By staying out of the race, she is opening the field for a roster of smaller-profile Democratic candidates and raising questions about what she will do in 2028.
“In recent months, I have given serious thought to asking the people of California for the privilege to serve as their Governor. I love this state, its people, and its promise. It is my home. But after deep reflection, I’ve decided that I will not run for Governor in this election,” she said in a statement released on Wednesday.