Kamala Harris vs Ted Cruz: 2028
Kamala Harris (Democratic) and Ted Cruz (Republican) are two of the most-discussed names for 2028 - but they have never faced each other, and no 2028 nominee has been chosen. There are essentially no head-to-head 2028 general-election polls this far out, so the honest answer to "who would win" is: it is far too early to know. Here is how they actually compare.
Kamala Harris- Age (2026)
- 61
- Home state
- California
- Age in 2029
- 64
Percentages are a snapshot of the Polymarket 2028 presidential winner market (June 2026). They move constantly and mostly track name recognition this far out - they are not forecasts.
Kamala Harris: where things stand
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.
Standing: Competitive in head-to-head and ranked-choice polling; mid-single digits in betting markets.
Ted Cruz: where things stand
The 2016 runner-up and Texas senator has said he expects to seek the presidency again and was reported to be weighing a campaign.
Standing: Says he expects to run again 'at some point'.
Kamala Harris vs Ted Cruz: FAQ
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