Democrats turn to 2028 race after midterm wins

Democrats are shifting focus to the 2028 presidential race after sweeping midterm victories on Tuesday, which delivered a sharp rebuke to President Donald Trump and his agenda. The contest is expected to be one of the party's most crowded and unpredictable primaries in decades, with no clear favorite emerging. Potential Democratic candidates, including governors and senators, have spent months building donor networks and raising their profiles, but the party remains divided over whether to tack toward the center or move further left on issues like healthcare and taxes. Republicans face a different challenge, needing to distance themselves from Trump after the election losses while keeping his MAGA base engaged. Vice-President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio lead the Republican field, though both have hedged on running, and Trump's continued influence could complicate succession. Democrats are set to hold a gathering in Denver on Nov 12 to debate the party's future direction.