Senator Mark Kelly (D‑AZ) publicly endorsed former Vice President Kamala Harris as a “strong” candidate for the 2028 presidential race during an appearance on Meet the Press.
Asked whether Harris would be a strong contender, Kelly replied, “Yeah, absolutely. … I think she would be incredibly strong.” He also predicted a crowded field in the Democratic primary.
Kelly’s praise contrasts with Harris’s record in the 2024 election, when she failed to carry a single battleground state against President Trump despite extensive campaign efforts.
He declined to dwell on his own political prospects, shifting focus to foreign policy issues including Ukraine and China.
The endorsement signals a soft attempt at party unification and a nod to name‑recognition over results. Kelly’s backing may carry weight among establishment Democrats, but Harris will face uphill challenges convincing voters she can rebound from a lopsided defeat.
