BOSTON— Kamala Harris is stirring the political pot once again, hinting at a potential comeback for the presidency after her dismal defeat in the 2024 election. “I am not done,” she recently told the BBC, leaving her supporters buzzing with speculation about a possible third run for the White House.
Harris, who previously claimed she wouldn't seek "elected office" anytime soon, seems to be backtracking. Following President Joe Biden's abrupt exit from the presidential race just 107 days before the election, reports emerged detailing how Harris's dreams of leading the nation crumbled. Her memoir, "107 Days," expressed her frustrations regarding the political landscape, stating, "I’ll no longer sit in DC in the grandeur of the ceremonial office." Yet that sentiment appears to be fading as she now entertains thoughts of running again.
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The former Vice President's commentary raises eyebrows, especially when considering her past role in the Biden administration, which was plagued by soaring inflation and a border crisis that saw millions flooding into the country. Critics are quick to remind voters of the chaos that unfolded during her time as Vice President. “There are all kinds of polls that will tell you a variety of things. I've never listened to polls,” Harris said, as she acknowledged her struggle with polling numbers that paint her as an outsider in any potential Democratic primary.
But the real kicker? Harris called Donald Trump a "tyrant," echoing the frustrations of many who endured the fallout of her administration's policies. Just this month, Harris declared she wouldn't pursue the governorship of California in 2026, saying, “For now, my leadership — and public service — will not be in elected office.” Yet with her latest remarks, the political landscape grows murkier, as she teases a re-entry that could ignite a crowded Democratic primary in 2028.
With prominent Democrats, such as Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, being named as potential contenders, the race is shaping up to be a fierce battleground. As Harris weighs her options, one thing is clear: her political future remains as unpredictable as ever, leaving many to wonder if she truly has the vision needed to lead the nation amidst ongoing economic turmoil and border crises.

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