Kamala Harris, the first Black and South Asian American VP, said she sees herself as a historic figure and expects a Capitol bust, while promoting her memoir and hinting at future political influence.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris, the first woman, Black American, and South Asian American to hold the office, said in a June 2025 interview she considers herself a “historic figure” and expects a marble bust in the U.S. Capitol, per a 1898 Senate tradition. She remains noncommittal about a 2028 presidential run but emphasized her ongoing influence in Democratic politics, including outreach to newly elected officials and a sold-out national tour for her memoir, "107 Days." The book includes candid reflections on her 2024 campaign and criticisms of former President Biden’s re-election decision, sparking pushback from Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who denied her claims.