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US Election 2028
Coverage of the 2028 U.S. presidential election, including candidate announcements, campaign activities, primary polling, and political developments.
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2026-10-05 to 2026-10-29 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 5 Oct, 00:49 UTC
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Doug Emhoff privately expressed preference against Kamala Harris running in 2028
Doug Emhoff, husband of former Vice President Kamala Harris, has privately told people he would prefer she does not run for president in 2028, according to the Wall Street Journal. However, people close to Emhoff expect he would be supportive if Harris ultimately decides to run.
Democratic donors warn Kamala Harris a 2028 White House bid would be a long shot
Some top Democratic donors have directly told Kamala Harris that another presidential campaign would be a 'long shot,' expressing concern about her intentions for 2028.
Kamala Harris leads hypothetical 2028 Democratic primary by double digits in polls
Despite uncertainty about her candidacy, Kamala Harris leads the hypothetical 2028 Democratic primary field by double digits in virtually every recent poll, ahead of potential candidates including California Governor Gavin Newsom and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Doug Emhoff joins Los Angeles law firm as partner
Doug Emhoff returned to work as an attorney and partner at the Los Angeles law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP after leaving his role as second gentleman.
Harris says she has not decided on 2028 presidential run
At a National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) event in Michigan last month, Kamala Harris stated she has not made a decision about running for president again in 2028, saying '28 won't matter if Democrats don't succeed in the 2026 midterms.
Kamala Harris lost 2024 presidential election to Donald Trump
In the 2024 presidential election, Kamala Harris lost every swing state, the popular vote by 2.3 million votes, and the Electoral College with 226 electoral votes to Donald Trump's 312. Despite raising $1.5 billion for her campaign, she did not secure the presidency.
Harris and Emhoff purchase Malibu mansion for $8.15 million
Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff purchased a 4,000-square-foot home in Malibu's Point Dume area for $8.15 million, upgrading from their previous 3,500-square-foot Brentwood residence.
Kamala Harris conducts campaign-style activities supporting Democratic midterm candidates
In the weeks leading up to the 2026 midterms, Kamala Harris has appeared at half a dozen private fundraisers in California, including events for Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley (Wisconsin gubernatorial nominee) and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford (Nevada gubernatorial nominee). She also participated in a Democratic National Committee get-out-the-vote call with over 2,000 volunteers urging support in a dozen states.
Trump clarifies remarks on Iran potentially bombing US cities
Trump clarified recent comments in which he appeared to suggest the bombing of an American city would be "a small price to pay" for the war in Iran. At the San Antonio rally, Trump stated "You want to see problems? Let them hit San Diego, let them hit Los Angeles. We're not going to let that happen. We protect our cities. We protect our country." Trump explained that his previous comments referred to the possibility that Iran might attempt to strike an American city with missiles.
Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood mass shooting convict
President Trump approved the use of firing squad as the execution method for Nidal Malik Hasan, a former Army major who killed 13 people in a 2009 mass shooting at Fort Hood, Texas. Hasan is scheduled to be executed by this method. Trump mentioned this decision at the San Antonio rally while reiterating his support for the death penalty for "large scale drug dealers, human traffickers and anyone who kills a police officer."
Texas Governor Greg Abbott skips Trump rally amid competitive reelection race
Republican Governor Greg Abbott, a three-term governor who won reelection in 2022 by roughly 11 percentage points, did not attend Trump's Wednesday rally in San Antonio. Instead, Abbott was scheduled to attend the dedication of a hospital approximately 330 miles away. Abbott is currently locked in a competitive reelection race against Democratic state Representative Gina Hinojosa.
Texas Senate race becomes competitive despite state's Republican lean
The Texas U.S. Senate race has drawn significant attention as Democrats fight for chamber majority control. Democratic candidate James Talarico has generated substantial fundraising, while Trump's low approval rating and concerns about Republican candidate Ken Paxton's character have put the race "squarely in play." Texas has not elected a Democrat to the Senate since 1988, but the 2026 race is being treated as competitive by both parties.
Republican Party invests over $300 million in Texas elections despite traditional safe status
The Republican Party has devoted more than $300 million to elections in Texas as of the rally date. This significant investment reflects unexpected competitive pressures in Texas, traditionally a reliably Republican state where Trump won in 2024 by almost 14 percentage points. The heightened spending indicates concerns about potential Democratic gains with Election Day less than a month away.
Trump holds campaign rally in San Antonio to support Ken Paxton in Texas Senate race
President Donald Trump held a rally at Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio on Wednesday night to campaign for Senate candidate Ken Paxton. Trump described Paxton as "perhaps the greatest attorney general in the United States of America" and stated "He was tough and he was with us all the way. He's a fantastic man." This marked Trump's third trip to Texas in less than a month. The rally attracted at least a dozen protesters who interrupted Trump's remarks throughout the event.
Trump pledges Presidential Medal of Freedom to baseball player Roger Clemens
President Trump announced at the San Antonio rally that he would award retired baseball player Roger Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States. Clemens, a former Red Sox and Yankees pitcher who has been denied entry to Major League Baseball's Hall of Fame due to alleged involvement with performance-enhancing drugs, was brought onstage during the rally to receive the announcement.
Emanuel states America is ready for Jewish president
On NBC's Meet the Press, Emanuel declared that the United States is ready to elect its first Jewish president. When asked if the country was ready for a Jewish president, he answered affirmatively and stated that his religion should not be a concern for voters.
Rahm Emanuel weighs 2028 Democratic presidential bid
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, who previously served as a Democratic congressman, White House chief of staff under President Barack Obama, and U.S. ambassador to Japan under President Joe Biden, is actively considering a run for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2028.
Emanuel rejects changing religious identity for political support
Emanuel stated he would not alter his Jewish faith for political support, saying 'If my faith is a problem for you, don't vote for me.' He connected his faith to his policy positions, arguing it motivated his efforts against insurance companies denying children healthcare and his work reforming education systems.
Emanuel identifies candor, authenticity, and strength as distinguishing attributes
At the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin, Emanuel stated that three attributes separated him from a potentially crowded Democratic field: candor, authenticity, and strength. He also claimed he knows what to do on day one of a presidency based on his experience across different levels of government.
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Harris leads Democratic primary polls but faces donor skepticism and personal reservations about 2028.
Trump Outlines Policy Positions at San Antonio Rally
Trump articulated policy positions on cultural honors, Iran, and capital punishment at a campaign rally.
Texas Senate Race Tightens as National Republicans Mobilize Resources
Texas Senate race tightens, triggering record Republican spending and high-profile campaign mobilization.
Emanuel Explores 2028 Democratic Presidential Bid, Eyes Historic Candidacy
Emanuel explores 2028 Democratic presidential bid, affirms authenticity and Jewish identity.