Overview

• Rep. Jasmine Crockett revealed that major Democratic donors are coalescing around a white male candidate for the 2028 presidential election.
• Crockett stated that donors' preference stems from fears of nominating a woman or minority candidate after defeats by Hillary Clinton in 2016 and Kamala Harris in 2024.
• The unnamed candidate reportedly has significant donor backing, though Crockett did not disclose their identity during her SiriusXM Urban View interview.
• Media speculation has pointed to potential contenders fitting the description, including governors Gavin Newsom, Josh Shapiro, and JB Pritzker, as well as Pete Buttigieg.
• The revelation has sparked internal debates within the Democratic Party over balancing diversity goals with perceived electoral viability.