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Kathy Hochul entertains massive political promotion as Democrats look ahead to 2028
Kathy Hochul has said she would be open to joining a Democratic presidential candidate’s ticket as a running mate in 2028, while stopping short of announcing any plans to seek national office. Her remarks come as Democrats consider possible contenders for the next presidential race and put the recently re-elected New York governor among those discussing the party’s future.
Hochul said her priority is serving New Yorkers for the next four years, highlighting universal childcare as an initiative she wants to promote nationally. She won re-election against Republican Bruce Blakeman with 59.7% of the vote to his 40.1%, according to AP estimates. Other Democrats mentioned as potential 2028 contenders include Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom, Wes Moore, JB Pritzker and Josh Shapiro.
In short
- Hochul says she would consider a 2028 running-mate role.
- She says serving New Yorkers remains her priority.
- She won re-election with 59.7% of the vote.
Explained simply
Kathy Hochul is the Democratic governor of New York, a large state with a significant role in national politics. Governors lead their states, but some also become prominent figures in their political parties and are considered for national roles.
A presidential candidate’s running mate is usually the person who would become vice-president if the ticket won. Democrats have not chosen a candidate for the 2028 election; several elected officials and former national figures are being discussed as possible contenders. Hochul has said she is focused on governing New York, including promoting universal childcare, a policy that aims to make childcare broadly available.