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NewsBreitbartApril 28, 2026United States

New Harvard-Harris Poll Shows Kamala Harris Leading Gavin Newsom in 2028 Primary Preferences

A recent Harvard-Harris poll of 2,745 registered voters indicates that 50 percent of respondents prefer Kamala Harris as the 2028 Democratic presidential nominee, compared to 22 percent for Gavin Newsom. The data suggests a shift in voter preference over the last month, with Harris gaining support while Newsom's numbers have declined.

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Why It Matters

This polling data reflects current voter sentiment regarding potential candidates for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, which influences party strategy and candidate viability.

Key Facts

  • The Harvard-Harris poll surveyed 2,745 registered voters.
  • 50 percent of respondents prefer Kamala Harris for the 2028 Democratic nomination.
  • 22 percent of respondents prefer Gavin Newsom for the 2028 Democratic nomination.
  • Other candidates polled include Josh Shapiro (9 percent), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (8 percent), and J.B. Pritzker (6 percent).
  • In the previous month's Harvard-Harris poll, Harris led Newsom by 15 points (41 to 26 percent).
  • In January, Newsom trailed Harris by 9 points (39 to 30 percent).
  • RealClearPolitics polling averages show Harris at 28 percent and Newsom at 18.7 percent support.
  • Harris leads Newsom across all demographic groups mentioned: White (41-26), Black (71-15), Hispanic (50-23), and Asian (50-12) voters.

Who's Mentioned

organizationHarvard-Harris“Polling organization that conducted the survey.”personAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez“U.S. Representative.”personPete Buttigieg“Secretary of Transportation.”personJ.B. Pritzker“Governor of Illinois.”organizationRealClearPolitics“Polling aggregator.”personKamala Harris“Former Vice President and potential 2028 presidential candidate.”personJosh Shapiro“Governor of Pennsylvania.”personGavin Newsom“Governor of California and potential 2028 presidential candidate.”personJD Vance“Vice President and potential Republican nominee.”