Summary
New polls in New England states show leading candidates for the 2028 Democratic presidential primary. California Governor Gavin Newsom, New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg are the top contenders in these early polls. These results indicate shifting dynamics in the Democratic field as the party prepares for future elections.
Key Facts
- The University of New Hampshire conducted polls in Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire.
- In Maine, Newsom received 16%, Ocasio-Cortez 15%, and Buttigieg 14%.
- In Vermont, Ocasio-Cortez and Newsom each got 17%, with Buttigieg at 16%.
- In New Hampshire, Buttigieg led with 19%, followed by Newsom at 15%, and Ocasio-Cortez at 14%.
- Kamala Harris is among the top five contenders in each state but has not declared a presidential run.
- No candidate has a clear lead across all surveys, indicating an open race.
- Gavin Newsom mentioned he may consider running for president after the 2026 midterms.
- Vice President JD Vance is the leading Republican in these states' polls.
