Dozens of Democrats eyeing 2028 presidential run, says former Obama aide
Summary
Jim Messina, Barack Obama's 2012 campaign manager, says he has spoken with more than two dozen Democratic campaigns considering a 2028 presidential run. He said some may form exploratory committees in the coming weeks, while warning that candidates will face fundraising challenges and the party must unite its progressive and centrist wings.Key Facts
- Messina said more than two dozen campaigns are actively considering a 2028 presidential run.
- He said some campaigns have begun raising money and hiring staff.
- Messina expects Democrats to begin announcing exploratory committees in the coming weeks.
- He said the number of potential candidates may fall as they confront the cost of competing in primaries.
- Messina said candidates need to explain their economic plans and positions on artificial intelligence.
- He attributed Democratic gains in the midterm elections to focusing on the economy and the effects of Trump's tariffs.
- Messina said Democrats will need to bring the party's progressive and centrist wings together in Congress.
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