Kamala Harris’s run for the presidency ended in defeat, and it’s hard to imagine a path back for her in the political spotlight. Her loss isn’t just a personal blow; it’s a huge setback for the Democratic Party, which is now facing a leadership vacuum.

With Joe Biden too old and senile to lead, questions about who can step up to steer the ship have taken center stage. The Democrats are now leaderless and divided, with no clear figure who can hold the party together. Harris was supposed to be the new face of the party. But as of today, that face is out of the game.

This leaves the Democrats scrambling. Without a strong leader, they’re looking at a fractured, fragmented landscape. Sure, a few contenders may try to rise, but none seem strong enough to bridge the party’s internal divides. Now, a Kamala Harris-supporting, former aide to a moderate Republican is making a prediction. But is this an honest assessment or more smoke blown by a swamp-loving liar?

From Breitbart:
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is poised to become the “leader of the resistance” to President-elect Donald Trump as he finishes his second and final term in office, and sets his sights on a possible presidential run in 2028.

That’s the view of Republican strategist Rob Stutzman, a former aide to California’s last Republican governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, who endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris.

Gavin Newsom: The “Leader of the Resistance”?

Oh! A Trump-hating RINO is making a prediction? Then, it must be true! If we’ve learned anything from this election, it’s that anyone left of center is a professional liar. Their biggest “skill” is to distort facts to help their crooked agenda. It is likely no different than Stutzman, a liberal who is crying with the rest over Harris’ failure.

According to this stooge, Gavin Newsom is supposedly gearing up to be the next leader of the left-wing “resistance” as he wraps up his final term as California governor. In Stutzman’s words, Newsom’s career was heading for a dead end until Harris’s defeat handed him a “lifeline” to emerge as a prominent voice for Democrats.

The term “resistance” might sound romantic to some, but let’s not forget what it really meant during Trump’s first term. We saw riots, protests, and a level of divisiveness that left the country more polarized than ever. Newsom, in his recent statement, hinted at his willingness to take on this mantle, saying California will defend the Constitution and the rule of law. But talk is cheap.

So, will Newsom really step into Harris’s shoes as a national Democratic figure? Maybe. But Stutzman’s endorsement of this idea raises eyebrows, considering his Harris ties. He was one of her big supporters, so this “prediction” feels more like a consolation prize for Democrats who don’t want to admit that their chosen candidate was a flop.

And Newsom? He’s already making his moves, signaling that he’ll stand as a bulwark against Trump’s second term. But Newsom hardly has a strong base to work from, given he was nearly recalled just a few years ago. Considering California is bankrupt (both financially and morally), the governor has little resources to resist a cold, let along a juggernaut like Trump.

The Democrats’ Dilemma: Who Steps Up?

The reality is, the Democrats are at a crossroads. For years, Newsom was quietly seen as Biden’s backup plan, especially if Biden decided not to run. But he deferred to Harris in 2024, choosing not to challenge her and sticking by the official party line that Biden was fit for office.

Now, he’s positioning himself as the Democrats’ future. And while the “resistance” might sound bold, even Newsom’s predecessor, Gov. Jerry Brown, rejected the term, calling it an over-the-top comparison to WWII-era struggles.

If Newsom steps up, he’ll need to unify a party that’s lost faith in its leadership. But even if he embraces the “resistance” role, many Democrats still remember the riots and upheaval that the term brought in 2020. Plus, the notion of “resisting” Trump’s second term won’t play well with moderates and independents who are tired of conflict and want solutions.

Newsom’s California record isn’t exactly a great selling point either, given the state’s problems with homelessness, high taxes, and out-of-control regulations.

The Road to 2028: What’s Next?

For now, Newsom is aiming for 2028, hoping to court the party insiders who feel disillusioned by Harris’s failure. But he has his work cut out for him. He may have celebrity appeal and a national platform, but he’s still a divisive figure within his own party.

As Democrats scramble to figure out their future, they’re looking at a bench that’s short on true unifiers and long on divisive voices. For voters, the question remains: can a leader from California, a state struggling with its own issues, really unite a fractured Democratic Party?

Newsom has his fans among the coastal elite, but will Middle America, the Rust Belt, or the South be drawn to a governor who represents one of the country’s most liberal and heavily taxed states?

Even if he becomes the Democrats’ new standard-bearer, it’s doubtful he’ll have the universal support that the party needs to take on Trump’s America First platform.

Key Takeaways

• Kamala Harris’s loss has left the Democratic Party leaderless and divided.
• Gavin Newsom might take up the “resistance” mantle, but his California record is mixed.
• Democrats face a challenging path forward with no clear leader.

Source: Breitbart