Kamala Harris is the early frontrunner for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, despite her previous defeat, leading with 26% support. Buttigieg and Newsom trail behind, while JD Vance dominates the Republican field with a significant lead over DeSantis. The poll indicates a fluid political landscape with many voters still undecided.
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