Vance-Newsom 2028 race looks likely

Published September 4, 2025 11:30am ET



The surging national popularity of Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom, coupled with the fading voter interest in former Vice President Kamala Harris, is pointing to a potential 2028 presidential campaign matchup of Newsom and Vice President JD Vance.

In new monthly polling provided to Washington Secrets from McLaughlin & Associates, Newsom’s support doubled from July to August while Harris has stalled.

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