Gavin Newsom ‘peaked too early’ ahead of 2028 run as backers tire of pol: ‘Titanic steamer trunks of baggage’

Donors and political insiders are preparing for a crowded contest for Democratic backing ahead of the 2028 presidential race. Gavin Newsom, who led some hypothetical polls last year, has since lost ground, with sources suggesting his personal and political baggage is making other potential candidates more attractive.

The article names Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro among those expected to court donors. It also reports that New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez may be considering a presidential bid, citing her $1 million contribution to Michigan Senate winner Abdul El-Sayed, while Rahm Emanuel is said to be eyeing a possible Secretary of State role. These are accounts attributed to unnamed sources; Newsom has said a federal investigation involving him and his wife is politically motivated.