US EditionNew Poll Shows This Dem Surging in Battle for the 2028 Presidential Nomination
Governor Newsom's support rose 13 points to 25% in the 2028 Democratic primary, with gains among young and elderly voters, tying him with JD Vance at 44% in a hypothetical matchup, Emerson poll shows.
- Emerson College Polling released an August 25-26, 2025 survey showing California Governor Gavin Newsom leading the 2028 Democratic primary with 25% support.
- Newsom’s rise follows a 13-point gain from a June poll as he capitalizes on national political battles and a proposed redistricting plan to boost Democrats.
- The poll also shows Pete Buttigieg at 16% and Kamala Harris at 11%, while Republicans favor Vice President JD Vance with over half support in their contest.
- Newsom’s support surged among voters under 30 from 6% to 18%, Black voters from 9% to 23%, and seniors over 70 from 13% to 31%, according to Spencer Kimball.
- Observers note it is too early to predict outcomes, as the primary election dynamics and party unity could critically affect a future Newsom versus Vance matchup.
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Emerson College Poll: Newsom Surging in 2028 Democrat Field
Support for California Gov. Gavin Newsom has climbed sharply among potential Democrat primary voters, according to a new Emerson College Polling survey. The poll, released Friday, found that 25% of Democrat primary voters would back Newsom as the party's 2028 presidential nominee, more than doubling his support from 12% in June, The Hill reported Friday. Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg registered 16% support, unchanged from the ea…
California Gov. Newsom Surges Ahead In 2028 Democratic Primary Race
Surge in support across key demographics puts California Governor in a statistical tie with Vice President Vance in hypothetical general election. A new national poll by Emerson College finds California Governor Gavin Newsom pulling ahead of his potential rivals for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination. The poll, conducted on August 25-26, 2025, shows Newsom with […] California Gov. Newsom Surges Ahead In 2028 Democratic Primary Race
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