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The sight of Trump and Obama sharing a warm exchange was a rare and poignant moment. For years, their interactions have been marked by sharp rhetoric and public critiques. Yet here, in the quiet of a solemn gathering, they appeared to find common ground—at least briefly.
The Clinton-Bush Dynamic Adds Another Layer
Elsewhere in the cathedral, Bill and Hillary Clinton were seen conversing quietly. Former President George W. Bush, ever the social figure, appeared to wave toward attendees, adding a touch of levity to the otherwise somber atmosphere. The collective presence of these political heavyweights underscored the magnitude of Carter’s contributions to American history.
Kamala Harris Grapples with Post-Election Fallout
Vice President Kamala Harris also drew attention during the event, albeit for different reasons. As she took her seat near Trump and Obama, their conversation paused momentarily, only to resume seconds later. Harris, who certified the 2024 election results earlier this week, has been at the center of Democratic Party discussions since her stunning defeat to Trump in the presidential race.
Harris, however, is far from retreating into the political shadows. “We haven’t seen the last of me. I’m not going quietly into the night,” Harris reportedly told her donors and close allies. According to CNN’s Isaac Dovere, Harris is actively weighing her next political move—whether it’s a gubernatorial run in California in 2026 or another shot at the presidency in 2028.
Democrats Divided on Harris’s Future
The prospect of Harris running for governor has sparked debates among her advisers. Some view the California race as a strategic stepping stone. “It seems to them like a layup… she would probably clear the field,” Dovere explained during a CNN segment. Others worry that committing to a gubernatorial bid would derail any plans for a 2028 presidential campaign, which many believe she deserves another shot at.
“Look how well she performed anyway,” some of Harris’s backers argue, suggesting she was unfairly scrutinized during the 2024 campaign. However, skeptics within the party caution against another presidential run, fearing a repeat of the challenges Harris faced this year. Democratic strategist Theryn Bond added fuel to the fire by urging Harris to reconsider pursuing the presidency altogether.
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Harris’s Silence Raises Questions
For now, Harris remains largely out of the public eye, leaving room for speculation about her intentions. “We haven’t seen or heard much from Vice President Kamala Harris since she lost the election last month,” CNN’s Manu Raju observed. “But the Democratic Party is still reeling from Trump’s victory.”
As Harris mulls her next steps, one thing is clear—she is determined to stay in the fight. Whether that means reshaping California’s political landscape or mounting a second presidential campaign remains to be seen. One thing, however, is certain: Kamala Harris’s political journey is far from over.
