Kamala Harris Addresses Key Questions After Leaving the White House
After leaving the White House, Kamala Harris faces three significant inquiries. Recently, she provided answers to two of them.
First up, the former vice president has confirmed that she will not be running for governor of California in 2026. This decision comes after considerable speculation about her potential candidacy, and ultimately, the Democrats have decided to pass on what many viewed as a race she might not win.
On Wednesday, Harris tackled a second pressing question with the release of an excerpt from her upcoming campaign diary for 2024.
This excerpt ties into the third—and perhaps the most crucial—question: Will Harris make a third attempt for the presidency in 2028?
If she chooses to run, her candidacy would likely face scrutiny, especially in light of her reflections shared in the piece published by Atlantic Magazine. In it, she hints at past tensions with President Biden, suggesting that his decisions could have profound implications for her future ambitions.
Her upcoming book, titled “107 Days,” recounts what is often referred to as the shortest presidential campaign in modern American history.
But there’s more to the story. Within the pages, Harris hints at various political intrigues and personal gossip, information she seems to hold back for both political and personal reasons.
The diary entries paint a picture that suggests Biden’s poor debate performances were indicative of broader concerns regarding his age. Harris expressed, “It’s a decision from Joe and Jill that we all seemed to accept, almost like we were hypnotized. Was this a strategic choice, or was it reckless? Looking back, I’d say it was more reckless.” She continued by asserting that decisions shouldn’t be driven by personal ambitions alone.
The dynamic between Harris and Jill Biden may shift following these revelations. It’s also unclear how supportive Biden’s inner circle truly feels about her, especially given lingering feelings about his past challenges with Trump.
Moreover, Harris implies that Biden sometimes poses more challenges than support, often overshadowing her and making it difficult to break free from the vice-presidential role.
She also reflects on Biden’s public address explaining her role relinquishment, noting he took nearly 11 minutes to offer his endorsement—a delay that didn’t go unnoticed.
In her writing, Harris reveals a personal frustration with Team Biden, suggesting that some team members lacked faith in her political abilities and that there was a tendency to amplify negative narratives surrounding her.
While true, her commentary on staff turnover hints at a broader pattern within politics, further emphasizing the common strains of Beltway life.
Harris has a reputation for being a difficult boss, and it’s been noted that this has contributed to high staff turnover rates in her office. Moreover, she admits to struggles with her performance in early public appearances, reiterating that this is a personal accountability issue rather than a flaw in her staff.
Perhaps one of her most revealing moments came during her appearance on “The View,” where she faced a question about how she might have acted differently than Biden during his term. Her hesitant response—”Nothing comes to mind”—could be seen as a missed opportunity to establish her own stance while maintaining necessary loyalty.
This reluctance to create distance from Biden might indicate a lack of willingness to destabilize her partnership with him. Harris describes herself as “a loyal person,” a statement that carries both conviction and a touch of defensiveness. It raises questions about whether behind closed doors, she expresses frustration regarding Biden’s age and effectiveness, especially with the looming threat of Trump.
“Many want to obscure Biden’s vulnerabilities by crafting a narrative of strong support,” she writes. Yet, she does acknowledge that Biden, even on his worst days, demonstrates more compassion and sound judgment than Trump.
Nevertheless, she recognizes the toll that age takes on Biden, mentioning, “He’s tired… I don’t think it’s incompetence. If I did, I would have said so. My loyalty lies with him, but even more so with my country.”
As more books emerge detailing life inside the White House, Harris’s narrative adds a layer to the complex relationship between the two leaders. Her book, set to be released on September 23rd, hints at deeper insights yet to unfold beyond the shared excerpts.
In many ways, it appears that Harris is addressing old grievances while simultaneously preparing for her political future. However, whether this will influence her chances in 2028—or whether she plans to run again—remains an open question.
