Politics
Early rankings highlight potential contenders for 2028 Democratic presidential nomination
A wide-open field features several prominent figures exploring future bids, according to The Hill.
The short version
- The Hill published an early evaluation of potential Democratic contenders for the 2028 presidential nomination.[The Hill]
- Former Vice President Kamala Harris leads almost every early poll, while California Gov. Gavin Newsom is openly interested and touring Southern states.[The Hill]
- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is viewed as a major contender, though her future plans remain uncertain.[The Hill]
Key facts
- Former Vice President Kamala Harris leads almost every early poll of the prospective 2028 Democratic field.[The Hill]
- California Gov. Gavin Newsom has shown open interest in a 2028 presidential campaign and has been touring Southern states.[The Hill]
- Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff is leading his reelection contest by 8 to 9 points in recent polling.[The Hill]
- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is discussed as a potential 2028 presidential candidate.[The Hill]
What remains uncertain
- It remains uncertain whether Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will run for president, remain in the House, or challenge Sen. Chuck Schumer in a primary.[The Hill]
Sources
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