Summary
California Governor Gavin Newsom has lost ground in early polls for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, trailing behind former Vice President Kamala Harris. The poll shows Harris leading with significant support from various groups, while Newsom had stronger support in specific regions and among older voters.
Key Facts
- A recent poll shows Kamala Harris leading the 2028 Democratic field, with 33% support from Democrats and 27% from Independents.
- Gavin Newsom trails with 13% support among Democrats and 3% among Independents.
- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is third in the poll with 8% support among both Democrats and Independents.
- Kamala Harris has strong support from Black voters, young Americans, and voters in the South.
- Gavin Newsom leads Harris among voters in the West and older Americans aged 65 and above.
- Neither Harris nor Newsom has officially announced their candidacy for the 2028 presidential election.
- Most presidential candidates are expected to announce their runs after the November 2026 midterm elections.
