Former Vice President Kamala Harris is quietly reaching out to progressive leaders as she lays the groundwork for a potential 2028 presidential campaign, according to an Axios report.

The outreach reportedly includes a personal phone call to Zohran Mamdani, during which Harris praised his ability to energize new voters. Mamdani said the two discussed his affordability agenda and the importance of maintaining optimism in politics.

The move is seen as an effort by Harris to strengthen ties with the Democratic Party’s progressive wing after Mamdani declined to endorse her in the 2024 election over disagreements on Gaza policy. Political observers say the outreach reflects an early strategy to rebuild support among young voters and anti-war activists ahead of the 2028 Democratic primary.