California Governor Gavin Newsom has been hinting at a presidential run for months. In a recent interview with CBS Sunday Morning's Robert Costa, Newsom admitted to giving "serious thought" to a White House bid.
Yeah, I'd be lying otherwise... I'd just be lying, and I'm not — I can't do that.
Newsom, a two-term Democrat, stated that his decision would depend on the outcome of the 2026 midterms. He also expressed confidence that if Democrats win in 2026, a Trump presidency would be over.
As Newsom put it, "Fate will determine that" regarding his potential 2028 presidential bid.
Author's summary: Newsom considers 2028 presidential bid.