Biden aide says Harris unlikely to win 2028 nomination

A former top aide to First Lady Jill Biden has publicly dismissed former Vice President Kamala Harris's prospects of winning the Democratic presidential nomination in 2028, arguing that voters will not give her a "third at-bat." Michael LaRosa, who served as press secretary from 2019 through July 2022, made the comments during a television interview on July 21.

LaRosa's critique came in response to a recent New York Magazine article that identified Harris as the current frontrunner for the 2028 Democratic nomination. The article cited anonymous Democratic aides and strategists who pointed to Harris's high name recognition and recent public appearances in key states as significant advantages. One former aide quoted in the report said Harris would enter any race as the obvious frontrunner with near-universal name identification.

However, LaRosa forcefully disputed this assessment. He stated there is "no appetite" for another Harris candidacy and expressed doubt that major donors would support her. He argued that after 37 years in public service, Harris needs to stop listening and start leading. LaRosa characterized her political style as overly cautious, saying she follows rather...