Former Vice President Kamala Harris put to rest months of speculation Wednesday when she announced she won’t run for governor of California next year.

“I love this state, its people and its promise,’’ the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee said in a statement . “But after deep reflection, I’ve decided that I will not run for Governor in this election.”

Harris did not specify what she plans to do next, including whether she intends to launch a third campaign for president after losing to President Donald Trump in November.

“I look forward to getting back out and listening to the American people, helping elect Democrats across the nation who will fight fearlessly, and sharing more details in the months ahead about my own plans,’’ she wrote.

Harris’ decision leaves a wide-open race fo

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