The Los Angeles Times is reporting that California Gov. Gavin Newsom is likely planning a presidential run in 2028, as evidenced by his recent trip to South Carolina. The outlet said South Carolina holds one of the earliest Democratic presidential primaries and propelled Joe Biden to the party’s nomination in 2020.
The Los Angeles Times said Newsom has begun to acknowledge his interest in the White House, stating, "I’m not thinking about running, but it’s a path that I could see unfold."