The remarks mark her strongest indication yet that she could launch another bid for the White House in 2028, following her defeat to Donald Trump in the previous election. Despite polls suggesting she remains a long shot for the Democratic nomination, Harris brushed off the numbers, saying she remains optimistic about her political future.
During her appearance on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Harris took aim at her former opponent, describing Trump as a “tyrant” and insisting that her campaign warnings about him had proven true.
As Democrats continue to assess the reasons behind Trump’s sweeping victory a year ago, much of the internal criticism has fallen on Joe Biden, who many believe should have stepped aside earlier. Still, some within the party question whether Harris could have mounted a stronger campaign herself—particularly on key voter concerns such as the economy.
In the interview, Harris reflected on her previous campaign and discussed the possibility of running again. She said her grandnieces would “definitely see a woman president in their lifetime,” and when asked whether that woman might be her, she replied, “possibly.” She stopped short of making any formal commitment but confirmed that she has not ruled out another run and continues to see a role for herself in public life.
Harris admitted that the 2024 loss was deeply painful, calling it a “traumatic” experience. She and her team were shocked by the result, which she said prompted her to ask herself repeatedly, “My God, what will happen to our country?” While she noted that the popular vote margin between her and Trump was under two percent, she acknowledged that Trump’s commanding victory in the Electoral College sealed her defeat.
Although Harris offered several hints about her political ambitions, she was less forthcoming about how the Democratic Party should reposition itself for the future. She acknowledged the ongoing challenge for a centre-left movement trying to confront a right-wing populist opponent. Should Democrats continue to make Trump the central issue, or shift their focus to the everyday concerns of working Americans?
When pressed on why her previous campaign failed to resonate with working-class voters, Harris said she simply didn’t have enough time to build stronger connections, citing the party’s gradual loss of support among that demographic. She lamented that she couldn’t spend more time emphasizing core issues such as affordable housing and childcare.
Whether a longer campaign next time would make a difference remains uncertain.
For now, Harris maintains a high public profile, still surrounded by aides and a tightly managed schedule reminiscent of campaign life—though this time, her travels are tied to promoting a new book rather than a presidential bid. Still, her carefully choreographed public appearances and renewed visibility have fueled speculation that this book tour could be the first step toward another run for the White House.
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