Nymag iconNymagSep 18, 2026

Gavin Newsom’s 2028 Pledge Is More Calculated Than It Seems

The governor says he won't run for president if Kamala Harris does. It may be less about deference than forcing her hand.

Gavin Newsom’s 2028 Pledge Is More Calculated Than It Seems

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The governor says he won't run for president if Kamala Harris does.

The governor says he won't run for president if Kamala Harris does. It may be less about deference than forcing her hand.

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