Democratic Donors Worried About Kamala Harris’ Low Profile
Kamala Harris Remains Scarce After Presidential Election Defeat
California Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a podcast featuring prominent supporters of former President Donald Trump, leaving his followers curious about his future plans. However, Democratic supporters are more concerned about former Vice President Kamala Harris, who is a potential frontrunner for the next California Governor if she decides to run.
Harris’ Absence Raises Concerns
- Democratic insiders express worry over Kamala Harris’ lack of presence after her presidential election loss.
- Harris’ rare appearances have mostly resulted in criticism and trolling.
- Doug Emhoff, Harris’ husband, tells people that she is the leader of the party, but her actions remain unclear.
- Democratic donors who spent billions on Harris’ campaign feel neglected.
Risk-Averse Leadership Style Criticized
A source told PageSix that Harris is extremely risk-averse, which contributed to her election loss. The source criticized Harris’ current strategy of remaining silent and inactive, stating that it’s not the kind of leadership the world needs right now.
Harris’ Recent Activities and Criticism
- Harris skipped the Oscars this year and watched it at home, leading to trolling.
- She spoke about the Oscars at the HumanX conference, but her comments were difficult to understand for many.
Future Plans and Deadline
Harris has set a deadline to decide on her future plans before the end of the summer. If she enters the race to succeed Gavin Newsom and wins, she will not be able to run for president in 2028.
Harris’ Inner Circle
- Harris has kept some of her most senior and trusted aides under her newly formed organization Pioneer49.
- Longtime advisers like Brian Nelson and Minyon Moore remain key parts of her informal kitchen cabinet.
- Other top aides in California are waiting for Harris’ signal to engage.