Former Vice President Kamala Harris will not run for California governor, she announced Wednesday.
“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. “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.”
“For now, my leadership — and public service — will not be in elected office,” she continued. “I look forward to getting back out and listening to the American people, helping elect Democrats across the nation who will fight fearlessly, and sharing more details in the months ahead about my own plans.”
The field still has other prominent Democrats including former Rep. Katie Porter, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, and former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra.
Democrats are heavily favored to hold the governor’s office in the deep-blue state.
