California Governor Gavin Newsom, frequently criticized by Republicans over the state’s high taxes and strict COVID-19 measures, has positioned himself as an early favorite among Democrats for the 2028 presidential election, according to recent polls.
A Yahoo News/YouGov survey conducted on September 2 shows Newsom leading the Democratic field with 21% support among registered Democrats. Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance, widely expected to become the Republican nominee, is already assessing ways to capitalize on Newsom’s vulnerabilities in nationwide polling.