Kamala Harris is seriously weighing a bid for governor of California, according to individuals familiar with her current thinking, who spoke to The Hill.
Although no final decision has been made, sources say Harris is actively exploring the option and appears motivated by a desire to continue serving in public office. Her interest in the race, they say, is genuine and growing.
Those close to Harris describe her response to the idea as enthusiastic. “A glimmer in her eyes” is how one insider put it, describing how the prospect has seemingly reinvigorated her politically.
“She has a lot of people in her ear telling her that it makes the most sense and she can do the most good,” said a source who has spoken directly with her about the possibility.
Still, not everyone in her orbit believes she’s leaning toward running. One individual close to Harris downplayed that characterization, explaining that much of the discussion surrounding the race stems from the rapidly approaching 2026 election cycle.
Regardless of her final decision, those familiar with the matter say Harris has given herself a firm deadline: she plans to decide by the end of the summer whether she’ll enter what is already shaping up to be a competitive race. The list of contenders currently includes former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and former California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, who also served as secretary of Health and Human Services in the Biden administration.
Harris is expected to take some time off in July, which, according to sources, will provide her space to seriously consider her next political move.
{Matzav.com}