General election matchup

Kamala Harris vs Ron DeSantis: 2028

Kamala Harris (Democratic) and Ron DeSantis (Republican) are two of the most-discussed names for 2028 - but they have never faced each other, and no 2028 nominee has been chosen. No pollster has published a head-to-head for this exact pairing yet, so the honest answer to "who would win" is: it is far too early to know. Here is how they actually compare.

Kamala Harris headshotKamala Harris
Former Vice President
DemocraticLikely to run
5%Win-presidency snapshot
Age (2026)
61
Home state
California
Age in 2029
64
VS
Ron DeSantis headshotRon DeSantis
Governor of Florida
RepublicanLikely to run
Age (2026)
47
Home state
Florida
Age in 2029
50

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.

Polls and odds

Harris vs DeSantis 2028 polls and odds

Are there Kamala Harris vs Ron DeSantis polls yet? Not for this exact pairing. Pollsters have begun testing some hypothetical 2028 matchups, but none has published this one. Any single "Kamala Harris vs Ron DeSantis 2028 poll" you see today is an early, low-signal hypothetical, not a forecast.

What does exist is real, dated primary polling for each name: Kamala Harris polled 26% in the latest Democratic primary survey on file (McLaughlin & Associates, June 17-23, 2026, 464 LV). Ron DeSantis polled 9% in the latest Republican primary survey on file (Quantus Insights, July 3-7, 2026, 480 LV). Full tables are on the 2028 polls page.

The closest real, continuously updated signal is the prediction market. Below is each candidate's current share of the Polymarket 2028 presidential-winner market - a June 2026 snapshot that, this early, tracks name recognition more than the eventual outcome.

5%
Kamala Harris - chance to win the presidency
n/a
Ron DeSantis - chance to win the presidency

See the full live board on the 2028 election odds page and aggregated survey averages on the 2028 polls page. These percentages are not forecasts and move constantly.

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: Has led most recent national 2028 Democratic primary polls (from the high 20s to the mid 40s since spring 2026), though only mid-single digits in betting markets.

Full Kamala Harris 2028 profile

Ron DeSantis: where things stand

The term-limited Florida governor and 2024 candidate has said he is open to another run. His term ends in 2027, freeing him to campaign.

Standing: Third in early 2028 Republican primary polling at roughly 11 to 12 percent in mid-2026, now trailing both JD Vance and a surging Donald Trump Jr. in several surveys.

Full Ron DeSantis 2028 profile

Quick answers

Kamala Harris vs Ron DeSantis: FAQ

Who would win, Kamala Harris or Ron DeSantis, in 2028?
It is too early to know. No 2028 nominees have been chosen and no pollster has published a head-to-head for this pairing yet. Kamala Harris is currently rated "Likely to run" and Ron DeSantis "Likely to run" to run.
Are there Kamala Harris vs Ron DeSantis 2028 polls?
Not for this exact pairing yet. Pollsters have begun testing some hypothetical 2028 matchups, but none has published a Kamala Harris vs Ron DeSantis survey so far. We will add head-to-head polling here as soon as a pollster tests this matchup.
Are Kamala Harris and Ron DeSantis running for president in 2028?
As of July 2026 neither has formally declared. Kamala Harris: Publicly says she is considering another run; leads recent primary polls. Ron DeSantis: Former candidate; says he is open to running again.
Is this a Democrat vs Republican matchup?
Yes. Kamala Harris is a Democrat and Ron DeSantis is a Republican, so this would be a general-election style matchup if both won their party's nomination.
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