Female presidential candidates for 2028
The women seen as potential 2028 presidential candidates span both parties, led by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Kamala Harris, Amy Klobuchar, Elise Stefanik. No woman, and no candidate of any party, has formally declared a 2028 campaign yet. The United States has never elected a female president.
Who are the leading female candidates for 2028?
The women most often in the 2028 presidential conversation include Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Kamala Harris, Amy Klobuchar, Elise Stefanik, Elissa Slotkin. None has formally declared a campaign as of July 14, 2026. Kamala Harris - the 2024 Democratic nominee and the first woman to serve as U.S. vice president (2021-2025) - is among the most discussed Democratic possibilities. On the Republican side, Nikki Haley, who ran in the 2024 primary, is sometimes mentioned. The field is still forming and the list below is updated regularly.
Democratic women in the 2028 conversation
Progressive star with a huge small-dollar fundraising base who inherits much of the Bernie Sanders coalition. Advisers reported to be planning a national tour.
The 2024 Democratic nominee retains a national base. She passed on the 2026 California governor race, keeping a 2028 run open, and says she is thinking about it.
A senior Minnesota senator and 2020 presidential candidate who entered the 2026 Minnesota governor's race after Tim Walz bowed out, winning the DFL endorsement - a move that points her toward state office rather than a 2028 White House bid.
A former CIA officer and Michigan senator who has been given high-profile national speaking roles, fueling some 2028 mentions.
Popular swing-state governor often listed as a top contender. In May 2026 she said she would not make a 2028 bid, then immediately softened it to 'never say never.'
Republican women in the 2028 conversation
A member of House Republican leadership and prominent Trump ally, sometimes mentioned among the party's younger national prospects.
A former South Dakota governor who served as Homeland Security secretary in 2025-2026, with a national profile that keeps her in future-contender lists.
A former South Carolina governor and U.N. ambassador who was the last major rival standing in the 2024 Republican primary.
Arkansas governor and former White House press secretary often mentioned as a future national contender, with no formal moves yet.
Former Democrat turned Republican and Trump administration official whose 2026 departure from the DNI role has fueled 2028 talk.
See the full field on the Democratic and Republican candidate pages, or the full 2028 candidate list. Eligibility questions (such as whether AOC can legally run) are answered on the 2028 eligibility hub. For running-mate discussions, see the 2028 VP picks page.
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