Kamala Harris has stated in a BBC interview that she may run for president again in 2028, indicating she is "not done" with her political career. The interview, her first in the UK, also featured her reflections on her reported 2024 presidential campaign, during which she stated she lost to Donald Trump, and her criticisms of President Trump. She dismissed the relevance of current polls and discussed her recently published book, "107 Days."
Harris Considers Future Presidential Run
Kamala Harris, described as a former US Vice-President and a candidate in a recent presidential election, informed the BBC she might seek the White House again in 2028. She expressed confidence that a woman would eventually hold the presidency and, when asked if it could be her, responded, "possibly." Harris stated she has not made a decision but confirmed her continued involvement in politics, saying, "I am not done." She added, "I have lived my entire career as a life of service and it's in my bones." Harris dismissed polls that place her as an unlikely Democratic nominee, citing her past political successes despite poll predictions.
Reflections on 2024 Campaign
The article states that Harris's potential 2028 bid follows a reported loss to Donald Trump last year. According to the article, the Democratic party is analyzing Trump's reported victory, with some attributing blame to former President Joe Biden for not withdrawing from the race sooner. Questions have also been raised regarding Harris's reported campaign strategy and her message on the economy.
Harris has recently released a book, "107 Days," which recounts her campaign after Biden's reported withdrawal due to speculation about his health. In the interview, she attributed her reported defeat partly to the late start of her campaign, suggesting it made victory nearly impossible. She stated that the popular vote in her reported contest with Trump was close, with less than a 2% difference, but she reportedly lost in the electoral college. She also expressed regret over not having sufficient time in 2024 to articulate her stance on issues such as housing and childcare.
Criticism of President Trump
During the interview, Harris reportedly criticized her former rival, Donald Trump, characterizing him as a "tyrant." She stated that her previous warnings about his behavior and potential authoritarian governance had been proven true. As an example, she cited the reported suspension of late-night comic Jimmy Kimmel by ABC, following a joke about Republican reactions to the death of an influencer. Harris claimed this action occurred after a Trump-appointed regulator reportedly threatened Kimmel's broadcasters, and stated Trump celebrated the removal. She also criticized American business leaders and institutions for what she described as "bending the knee at the foot of a tyrant," suggesting motives such as proximity to power or a desire for merger approvals or avoidance of investigations.
White House Response
White House spokeswoman Abigail Jackson responded to Harris's comments, stating, "When Kamala Harris lost the election in a landslide, she should've taken the hint - the American people don't care about her absurd lies." Jackson further suggested that Harris might be airing grievances to foreign publications.
Further Details on Interview and Book
The full interview with Laura Kuenssberg is scheduled to be broadcast in the UK on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 09:00 GMT (05:00 EST). The interviewer questioned Harris about the timing of Joe Biden's reported withdrawal from the 2024 race and whether an earlier withdrawal could have altered the election outcome. Harris is currently undertaking a book tour for "107 Days."