2028 Presidential Prospects Campaign in November Midterms

Potential 2028 presidential candidates from both major parties are leveraging the November 3 midterm elections to raise funds and expand their national visibility. Democratic prospects are targeting red and swing states to broaden their appeal. Governor JB Pritzker has donated $38 million to party efforts, specifically targeting the Texas governor's race, while Governor Andy Beshear is leading a national get-out-the-vote tour in his capacity as chairman of the Democratic Governors Association.

Other Democratic figures are testing different strategies. Governor Gavin Newsom is campaigning in Southern states to reach Black voters and red-state Democrats, and Pete Buttigieg has visited 37 states since departing his cabinet post. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is supporting Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan to test progressive appeal. In contrast, Governor Josh Shapiro is focusing exclusively on Pennsylvania to solidify his position in a critical swing state.

On the Republican side, JD Vance is conducting an aggressive campaign across Alaska, the South, and the Midwest. Senator Ted Cruz is utilizing his Truth and Courage PAC to support candidates in Iowa and other key states while considering a future presidential bid.