New poll: How would Newsom do in 2028 Democratic primary?

Support for Gov. Gavin Newsom is gaining traction among a field of potential candidates for the 2028 Democratic primary, a new poll found, revealing early insights into how the next presidential election could play out.

In March, 5% of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents said they’d support Newsom if the 2028 Democratic primary were today, according to Morning Consult . That figure jumped to 11% in June and now, 19% this month, Morning Consult reported on Tuesday, Aug. 26.