California Republicans hope Kamala enters governor's race

Republicans in California are really wanting former Vice President Kamala Harris to run for governor of their state. This comes after her loss to President Donald Trump during the presidential election in 2024.

The California Republican Party would gain some tactical benefits, such as energizing donors as well as the Republican base in California, were the high-profile candidate to run, per Politico.

“I think it could attract some donors from around the country who might be interested in taking another pound of flesh,” Republican political consultant Dave Gilliard told the outlet. He is not working for any gubernatorial candidates in the race. “Money is the biggest obstacle other than the registration because the donor world doesn’t think a Republican can be elected governor anymore.