Shapiro Kicks Off Re-Election Bid

“Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro touted his push to lower costs for voters Thursday as he launched a reelection campaign that could help raise his national profile ahead of a potential run for president in 2028,” Axios reports.

“The Democratic governor’s allies hope he could gain an edge in setting up a run for the White House if he wins by a large margin this year and shows he has long coattails in his critical swing state.”

New York Times: “The long-expected move marks the beginning of a significant new chapter for Mr. Shapiro, who is also releasing a memoir later this month.”

“The governor, already a national Democratic figure after becoming a finalist in his party’s 2024 vice-presidential search, is often floated as a potential 2028 presidential candidate. He has gained a reputation for notching notable victories in perhaps the nation’s most crucial political battleground.”

His launch video highlights a record of having “gotten shit done.”