Newsom Rules Out 2024 Bid Against Harris, Cites Longtime Friendship

California Governor Gavin Newsom firmly rejected the idea of ever running against Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024 if President Biden chooses not to seek re-election.
Newsom stated he has a longstanding close working relationship with Harris dating back to when they both started in city politics in San Francisco.
Newsom said he and Harris privately maintain a good interpersonal relationship and check in with each other amid challenging times.
Newsom suggested an unnamed Harris staffer was upset about him debating Ron DeSantis, but said he has not heard that from Harris directly.
Newsom emphasized his respect for the Biden-Harris administration and his traditional view that presidents and vice presidents should not be challengers.

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