Doug Emhoff reportedly prefers Kamala Harris not to run for president in 2028

Kamala Harris has reportedly faced opposition regarding a potential 2028 presidential bid, including from her husband, Doug Emhoff, who has expressed a preference for her not to enter the race, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. However, sources close to Emhoff indicate that he would ultimately support her decision if she chooses to run. Concerns about Harris's viability as a candidate have also been voiced by some donors, who have described a 2028 run as a 'long shot.' Harris's previous campaign in the 2024 election resulted in losses in the popular vote, Electoral College, and all swing states against President Trump, despite raising $1.5 billion for her campaign. Nevertheless, she continues to lead in hypothetical Democratic primary polls for 2028 by significant margins. Harris has not yet made a decision regarding her candidacy but appears to be preparing for a potential campaign, participating in Democratic fundraisers and engaging with volunteers for upcoming elections. At a recent NAACP event, she stated, 'I have not decided if I’m going to run again,' emphasizing the importance of the 2026 elections. Some allies express skepticism about her intentions to run again. Earlier this year, Harris and Emhoff purchased an $8 million home in Malibu, and Emhoff has taken a position as a partner at the Los Angeles law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. Neither Harris's office nor Emhoff responded to requests for comment.