Inside Kamala Harris’ Response to LA Unrest
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has remained mostly out of the political spotlight since leaving Washington — but the recent unrest in Los Angeles has drawn her back into public discourse.
Amid escalating protests and tensions in the city, Harris has reportedly stayed in close contact with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and California Governor Gavin Newsom. A person close to her described Harris as closely monitoring the developments and responding with both concern and conviction.
Harris made headlines this week with a strongly worded social media post criticizing former President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard in Los Angeles. She described the move as a “dangerous escalation” and a “cruel, calculated decision to spread panic and division.”
Her statement struck a personal chord. As a native Californian with a background in law enforcement — and a childhood shaped by civil rights activism — Harris sees the crisis through multiple lenses: public safety, protest rights, and political strategy.
Although she hasn’t made any formal announcements, speculation continues to swirl about Harris’ political future. Sources close to her confirm that she’s still on track for a late-summer decision regarding a potential run for California governor or another White House bid.
Supporters argue that her experience standing up to Trump would give her a unique advantage in either race. The recent unrest, they say, only highlights the stakes for California — and the kind of leadership Harris could bring.
“She’s watching everything carefully,” said one Harris ally. “And she knows California needs someone who’s already been in the fight.”
For now, Kamala Harris remains silent on her next move — but her voice is clearly re-entering the political arena.
