Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz is looking well beyond the current political cycle, predicting major shake-ups within the Democratic Party ahead of the 2028 election. What To KnowCruz's comments come as speculation over the 2028 presidential race continues to grow, despite the election still being years away. Her national profile, large social media following, and influence among progressive voters have made her one of the most closely watched figures in the party. The poll surveyed 648 likely 2028 Democratic presidential primary voters, with a margin of error of 3.8 percent, and 579likely 2028 Republican presidential primary voters, with a margin of error of 4.1 percent, from July 15 to July 20. An Emerson survey released Thursday shows Buttigieg leading the Democratic primary field with 19 percent, while other prominent Democrats remained within striking distance.