Jon Ossoff's 2028 Chances Get Boost as Harris and Newsom Dip—New Poll
The Georgia senator is the only Democrat to gain support across three consecutive Morning Consult polling waves.
Senator Jon Ossoff is gaining momentum in early polls for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, while former Vice President Kamala Harris and California Governor Gavin Newsom are seeing their support dip from earlier heights. The poll suggests that Ossoff, who has previously expressed no interest in running, is now the "mover" in the Democratic field after his support more than doubled from 3% to 7% in recent waves.
He climbed from 1% in May to this new level and is the only Democrat to report gains in three consecutive polls. Harris maintains a strong lead with 24% support, followed by Newsom at 12% and Buttigieg at 9%. Morning Consult surveyed 2,203 registered voters from August 28 to 30, with a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points.
The Democratic race appears "quieter on top and busier underneath," with Harris's support remaining steady while Newsom has dropped to his lowest point so far. Ossoff's rise may depend on the performance of the Democratic socialist wing in the upcoming midterms; if they struggle, Ossoff could become a more serious contender. Nevada Republican Party Chairman Michael McDonald told Newsweek that Ossoff's prospects might hinge on the party's performance in the midterms.
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