Former Vice President Kamala Harris expressed support for several far-left policy proposals during remarks at the National Urban League Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, on Friday, signaling a shift in her political stance since her 2024 presidential campaign.
Harris outlined a potential platform for the 2028 election that includes reconsidering the structure of the U.S. Electoral College, expanding the Supreme Court to 13 justices, and exploring statehood for both Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C. These positions mark a departure from several of her previous stances.
“I know this is going to be controversial coming from me, in particular,” Harris said, emphasizing the need to “revisit” key aspects of the country’s political and judicial systems.
During her 2024 campaign, Harris did not advocate for abolishing the Electoral College—a move supported by progressive groups such as the Democratic Socialists of America. That year, she was defeated by then-President Donald Trump, losing both the Electoral College and the popular vote.
On the subject of Supreme Court reform, Harris previously opposed court packing. Instead, she favored imposing term limits on justices and implementing binding ethical codes for the judiciary. Her recent call to expand the court to 13 justices mirrors the current number of federal district courts, suggesting a more structural approach to judicial reform.
Regarding statehood, Harris had endorsed statehood for Washington, D.C. during her prior campaign but stopped short of supporting the same for Puerto Rico. Her current remarks indicate an openness to granting statehood to both territories.
Additionally, Harris underscored the importance of “accountability and consequences” for federal judicial nominees who intentionally mislead the Senate Judiciary Committee, highlighting concerns over transparency and ethics in judicial appointments.
These statements suggest Harris is adopting more progressive positions as she positions herself for a potential run in the 2028 presidential election, reflecting ongoing debates within the Democratic Party over institutional reforms and expanding political representation.