# Biden’s Ghost in the Governor’s Race

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Podcast: [US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7023297)
Published: 2026-05-30T16:58:05+00:00
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Former Biden aides like Deb Haaland, Xavier Becerra, and Keisha Lance Bottoms are quietly eyeing governorships in 2026, spotlighting their White House roles while deliberately avoiding mention of Biden himself—reflecting a party grappling with his legacy after the 2024 loss. Strategists debate whether Biden should’ve stepped aside earlier, letting a primary unfold instead of rallying behind Kamala Harris. While Haaland passionately defends Biden as a historic president, Becerra focuses on policy wins, arguing voters care more about the candidate than their ties to Biden. Ultimately, Democrats are prioritizing electability over nostalgia—voters want someone who can actually beat Trump, not just relive the Biden era. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/254371abfd8735b3

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