California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he will consider a presidential run after the 2026 midterms, telling CBS News he’d be “lying” to say otherwise. The second-term Democrat, a frequent foil to Trump-era policies, noted his governorship ends in January 2027 and emphasized nothing is decided. Newsom praised a recent trip to South Carolina but said he’s “looking forward to who presents themselves in 2028.” The still-forming Democratic field also includes possibilities: Rahm Emanuel, who is weighing a bid, and Kamala Harris, who signaled she may run again.

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