Reid Hoffman questions Kamala Harris' 2028 presidential prospects while considering support for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

<p>Reid Hoffman, a major donor to Kamala Harris' 2024 campaign, expressed skepticism about her chances for a 2028 presidential run, suggesting it would be a "very challenging path." During POLITICO's Decoded Summit, Hoffman indicated he might support Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for a potential 2028 bid, describing her as "pragmatic."</p><p>Hoffman stated, "It depends a little bit" when asked about supporting Ocasio-Cortez, noting that she is often underestimated in terms of her pragmatism. His comments contrast with his previous support for Harris, for whom he invested millions in the 2024 election, especially after Joe Biden withdrew from the race.</p><p>When discussing Harris' potential for a 2028 run, Hoffman mentioned the expected crowded Democratic field, saying, "I think it would be a very challenging path for her, and it's going to be a very noisy field." He clarified that any support for Ocasio-Cortez would depend on the candidates she would be running against and outlined his criteria for a suitable candidate, emphasizing the importance of being pro-society and pro-business.</p><p>Hoffman had previously characterized Harris as a "great centrist" who balances societal concerns with business interests during a virtual rally in 2024. His recent remarks about Harris come shortly after California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he would not run for president if Harris decided to enter the race.</p><p>Republican strategist Mark Bednar interpreted these developments as indicative of uncertainty regarding Harris' standing in the Democratic field. He suggested that Newsom's comments could signal to Democratic donors that they may need to take action regarding Harris' candidacy.</p><p>Fox News Digital attempted to contact representatives for Harris, Ocasio-Cortez, and Hoffman but did not receive a response before publication.</p>