Former Vice President Kamala Harris has publicly endorsed significant policy changes, including expanding the Supreme Court and abolishing the Electoral College. These stances align with progressive ideals and were notably absent from her 2024 presidential campaign platform.
Speaking at the National Urban League Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, Harris stated, "We need to revisit the Electoral College." She also voiced support for increasing the number of Supreme Court justices to 13, drawing a parallel to the number of federal district courts. While Harris has previously supported term limits for justices, expanding the court itself was not a stated position during her 2024 run.
Outreach to Progressive Wings
These policy pronouncements come as Harris engages in outreach to various factions within the Democratic Party, a move seen by some as preparation for a potential 2028 presidential campaign. Recent reports indicate she has connected with figures such as New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and has met privately with Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. This outreach is viewed as an effort to consolidate support among the party's progressive base.
Harris has maintained that she has not yet made a decision regarding a 2028 presidential bid, stating her current focus is on the upcoming midterm elections. However, she has previously left the door open when asked about future presidential aspirations. Democratic strategists and aides have frequently suggested she is a leading contender for the party's nomination in 2028.
In addition to the Supreme Court and Electoral College, Harris also indicated a willingness to revisit the issue of statehood for Puerto Rico, expanding on her previous support for Washington D.C. statehood. The vice president has not publicly committed to running in 2028, but her recent endorsements of key progressive policies suggest a strategic positioning within the party.