Newsweek·October 23, 2026
Presidential elections
Harris lead
Harris’s reported double-digit advantage over Newsom suggests that national visibility and prior presidential experience are valuable early assets in the Democratic contest.[4]
Mixed signals
Other names, including Rubio and additional Democratic figures, appear stronger in market-based estimates than in some primary polls. Such differences reflect distinct methodologies and should not be treated as equivalent forecasts.[4]
No prediction yet
The eventual outcome will depend on candidate declarations, fundraising, debates, party coalitions, economic conditions and the 2026 midterm results. The available evidence supports identifying early frontrunners, not predicting a winner.[4]