00:00California Governor Gavin Newsom is again addressing speculation about a potential
00:03presidential campaign in 2028, outlining what he says is the main factor standing between him
00:10and a formal decision. In a recent interview with CNN, Newsom acknowledged that conversations
00:15about a White House bid are real and ongoing. However, he stressed that the ultimate choice
00:20will depend heavily on his family. According to the governor, a presidential campaign is not
00:25simply a political move, but a decision that reshapes daily life for everyone involved.
00:32Newsom is currently serving his second term as Governor of California and is term limited,
00:37meaning he cannot run again in 2026. With that deadline approaching, attention has increasingly
00:41turned to what comes next. Over the past year, he has taken steps that have expanded his national
00:46presence, including high-profile interviews, debates with Republican figures, and policy
00:50announcements that have resonated beyond California. During the interview, Newsom explained that
00:55the presidency carries enormous personal and professional demands. He pointed to the constant
01:00travel, the relentless media scrutiny, and the impact on his children as factors that weigh heavily
01:04on any decision. He said that before moving forward, there would need to be clarity and support at home.
01:10Newsom also confirmed that he does not plan to make any announcement before the 2026 midterm elections.
01:16He suggested that the political landscape following those elections could influence the broader
01:20environment for a potential campaign. The governor has become one of the most visible Democratic
01:24voices pushing back against policies advanced by President Donald Trump, particularly on issues
01:30such as immigration enforcement, climate policy, and federal state authority. That positioning has
01:35placed him among the frequently mentioned names in early discussions about the next presidential cycle.
01:40While Newsom stopped short of declaring his candidacy, his remarks signal that the door remains open.
01:45For now, he says the decision is not about ambition alone, but about timing, responsibility, and whether both
01:52his family and the political moment aligned for a national campaign in 2028. Share your thoughts in the comments.
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