Former VP Kamala Harris Calls US Political System Broken, Declines 2024 Governor Run

Kamala Harris, the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee who lost decisively to President Donald Trump, has announced she is stepping away from electoral politics for now, citing that the U.S. political system is "broken." In a recent interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," Harris emphasized her desire to engage with Americans by traveling and listening without the transactional nature of seeking votes. Despite speculation about future runs, including a possible 2028 presidential bid, she clearly stated she does not plan to return to political office imminently. Harris reflected on her decades-long career in public service and expressed disappointment that the institutions she once trusted to uphold democracy are not as strong as they should be. She also promoted her upcoming memoir, "107 Days," which details her 2024 presidential campaign experience. While some commentators criticized her remarks and the Democratic Party's 2024 primary process, Harris maintains her commitment to fighting for democracy from outside the electoral system.