Former Vice President Kamala Harris on Wednesday announced that she will not run for California governor next year, ending months of speculation.
The decision comes amid questions about her political future after she lost the 2024 presidential election to President Donald Trump.
“In recent months, I have given serious thought to asking the people of California for the privilege to serve as their governor,” Harris said in a statement, per Politico. “I love this state, its people, and its promise. It is my home. But after deep reflection, I’ve decided that I will not run for Governor in this election.
“I have extraordinary admiration and respect for those who dedicate their lives to public service — service to their communities and to our nation,” she continued. “At the same time, we must recognize that our politics, our government, and our institutions have too often failed the American people, culminating in this moment of crisis. As we look ahead, we must be willing to pursue change through new methods and fresh thinking — committed to our same values and principles, but not bound by the same playbook.”
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