Newsom Says He Won’t Run In 2028 If Harris Does

California Governor Gavin Newsom says he will not run for president in 2028 if former Vice President Kamala Harris decides to enter the race. Newsom made the comments during an interview with CNN’s Jake Tapper, offering his clearest statement yet about a potential matchup with Harris. Newsom has been laying the groundwork for a possible national campaign for more than a year, while repeatedly saying he has not made a final decision about running. Harris has also not announced whether she plans to seek the Democratic nomination in 2028. Newsom’s comments could shape the early Democratic field, particularly if Harris decides to enter the race. The governor is expected to leave office in January 2027 because of term limits. Both Newsom and Harris have remained prominent figures in national Democratic politics since the 2024 presidential election. The 2028 Democratic field is expected to include several potential candidates in the race.