Sat Mar 08 08:16:04 UTC 2025: ## Harris Weighs California Governor’s Race in 2026

**Sacramento, CA** – Former Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly considering a run for California Governor in the 2026 election, potentially shaking up the already crowded Democratic field. Sources suggest a decision could come by the end of summer.

Harris, 60, recently fueled speculation at a pre-Oscars event where she reportedly discussed her political future and networked with key Democratic figures. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, while stating he won’t urge other candidates to withdraw, expressed confidence in Harris’s dominance should she enter the race, telling *Politico*, “They can run. I think they’ll lose, and I will support her.”

Harris boasts a strong California political background, having served as the state’s Attorney General from 2011 to 2017 before her election to the US Senate. Her potential candidacy pits her against a field of already declared Democratic contenders including Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis, former Senate leader Toni Atkins, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, and others.

The 2026 gubernatorial election is scheduled for November 3rd, with the primary election in June. Harris’s decision comes after her unsuccessful 2024 presidential bid against Donald Trump. The outcome of her deliberation will significantly impact the California political landscape.

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