Khanna keeps door open to possible 2028 White House bid
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Rep. Ro Khanna is considering a potential 2028 presidential campaign.
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Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) indicated he is considering a potential 2028 presidential campaign. Khanna made the remarks during a discussion with civil rights leader Al Sharpton at the National Action Network’s annual convention in New York. This signals early maneuvering among potential Democratic contenders for the 2028 election cycle. His comments suggest a possible future challenge for the Democratic Party's nomination.
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