Kamala Harris Hints At Future Political Run: ‘I’m Not Going Anywhere’

Kamala Harris is signaling that her time in politics is far from over. Speaking at the Leading Women Defined Summit in Dana Point, California, the former vice president made it clear that she plans to stay active in public life, telling an audience of prominent Black female leaders, “I’ll see you out there. I’m not going anywhere.”

The statement has only fueled growing speculation that Harris is eyeing a gubernatorial run in California in 2026—a race that could mark her return to the political spotlight after a largely quiet period following the 2024 presidential election loss. Sources close to Harris suggest she’s seriously considering the move and is expected to make a decision by the end of the summer.

If she runs, Harris would enter a crowded field of Democrats vying to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom, whose term ends in early 2027. One potential rival is former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, who has already launched his campaign. The two could be on a collision course, setting up a high-stakes contest within the Democratic establishment.

Harris has remained largely out of the public eye since leaving office but has begun reemerging on the political scene. Her appearance at the summit, hosted by and for influential Black women leaders, marks a calculated reentry—reminding key parts of the Democratic base of her presence and ambition.

While Harris didn’t directly confirm any future candidacy, her tone and body language left little doubt that she’s laying the groundwork for a return. “I’m not going anywhere” is a phrase many in the political world are interpreting as a clear signal: Harris is preparing to step back into the ring.

Whether the voters of California—or the broader Democratic base—are eager for her return is another matter. Harris’s tenure as vice president was widely criticized for being ineffective and tone-deaf, with poor polling and a long list of failed initiatives. But within Democrat circles, her name recognition and connections still carry weight.

As the 2026 race for California governor begins to take shape, all eyes will be on whether Harris chooses to make a move—and if she does, whether she can rebrand herself for a second act in public office. For now, one thing is certain: Kamala Harris wants the country to know she’s not done yet.