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David Hogg, the vice-chair of the Democratic National Committee known for his activism and calls for generational change, announced his departure amid internal conflicts and a vote to potentially oust him, signaling ongoing turmoil within the party.
Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler has announced his candidacy for the Democratic National Committee Chair, joining a field that includes Ken Martin, Martin O'Malley, and James Skoufis. Current chair Jaime Harrison is not seeking re-election. Wikler, who has led the Wisconsin Democrats since 2019 and raised nearly $200 million, aims to strengthen the party's national presence and outreach. The DNC will vote on its new chair on February 1, amid calls for change and new ideas within the organization.
Fred Harris, a former U.S. senator from Oklahoma and a professor emeritus at the University of New Mexico, passed away at 94. Harris served in the Senate from 1964 to 1973 and was chairman of the Democratic National Committee in 1969. He later became a political science professor at UNM, where he helped establish the Fred Harris U.S. Congressional Internship. Harris was also a strong advocate for Native American rights, sponsoring legislation to restore land to Taos Pueblo. New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham praised his contributions to politics and academia.
Democrats plan to re-nominate President Joe Biden in a virtual roll call vote in early August, ahead of the party's national convention, to avoid potential legal issues in Ohio. Despite internal protests and concerns about Biden's performance, the decision aims to ensure ballot access and avoid litigation.
House Democrats are urging the Democratic National Committee to delay its expedited plan to nominate President Joe Biden through a virtual roll call, arguing it stifles debate and could harm party unity. The DNC had accelerated the timeline to meet an Ohio ballot deadline, which has since been extended, but maintains its plan. The letter has garnered over 20 signatures from lawmakers with varying stances on Biden's reelection bid. Despite internal party pressure, Biden remains committed to staying in the race.
A group of House Democrats is urging the Democratic National Committee to delay the formal nomination of Joe Biden as the party's presidential candidate, arguing that a rushed virtual roll call could stifle debate and dampen voter enthusiasm. The effort, led by Rep. Jared Huffman and supported by over 20 Democrats, comes amid concerns about Biden's campaign strength and follows an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. DNC Chairman Jaime Harrison and Biden's campaign defend the current timeline, citing the need to ensure Biden's ballot access in Ohio.
Democratic leaders are moving to secure Joe Biden's presidential nomination before the convention in August by arranging an early electronic vote among delegates. This move aims to quell internal party dissent following a debate fiasco and a failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump. While some Democrats express concerns over Biden's age and cognitive abilities, the DNC is pushing forward to ensure his candidacy remains unchallenged. Biden is set to resume his campaign, focusing on unity and addressing key voter groups.
The Democratic National Committee is moving to confirm President Biden as the party's presidential nominee by the end of July, despite internal divisions and doubts about his candidacy following a poor debate performance. Some House Democrats and party insiders are pushing for changes to allow potential challenges at the convention, but the process to formalize Biden's nomination is set to begin with a virtual roll call next week.
The Democratic National Committee plans to target former President Donald Trump with billboards and posters in Philadelphia, highlighting his negative impact on Black voters and promoting President Joe Biden's achievements, particularly in higher education funding and student debt forgiveness.
The Democratic National Committee plans to nominate President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris virtually before its in-person convention in Chicago to meet Ohio's certification deadline. This move comes amid Republican opposition to changing the deadline without additional campaign finance legislation. The virtual nomination aims to ensure Biden's place on the Ohio ballot and prevent partisan interference.
To ensure President Joe Biden is on Ohio's general election ballot, the Democratic National Committee plans a "virtual roll call" to nominate him before the party's August convention, avoiding the state's August 7 certification deadline. This move circumvents GOP lawmakers' reluctance to pass a standalone bill for Biden's ballot access without attaching unrelated campaign finance legislation. The DNC's rules committee will vote on the virtual nomination process, which mirrors the 2020 virtual convention held during the Covid pandemic.
President Biden's Democratic allies are mobilizing to stop Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent presidential bid, fearing he could spoil the election for Democrats. The DNC has hired attorneys to monitor Kennedy's efforts to get on key battleground state ballots and is working to paint him as a radical conspiracy theorist. Kennedy's current double-digit standing in polls could swing outcomes in battleground states, and Democrats are concerned about a repeat of past election spoilers. Trump's allies believe independent or third-party candidates help his chances and are seeking to elevate their campaigns. Kennedy's campaign claims to be a spoiler for both Biden and Trump, while Democrats are focused on defining him to prevent him from siphoning votes from Biden.
Washington, Ohio, and Alabama face conflicts between DNC convention dates and state ballot deadlines, potentially leaving President Biden off the general election ballots. Washington proposes a solution by allowing provisional certification, while Ohio and Alabama's Republican Secretaries of State have warned about enforcing similar state election codes. The Biden campaign is exploring options such as provisional certification, legislative action, litigation, and a virtual nomination to ensure Biden's appearance on the ballots.
President Biden's reelection campaign and the Democratic National Committee raised over $90 million in March, ending the first quarter with $192 million in cash on hand, while Trump's campaign and the Republican National Committee raised $65.5 million with $93.1 million on hand. Biden's campaign emphasized the historic fundraising, with 96% of donations being less than $200, allowing for major advertising campaigns and mobilization efforts. Trump's campaign, facing legal fees and criminal indictments, acknowledges a fundraising gap but expresses confidence in having sufficient funds.
Ohio's secretary of state's office has warned that President Joe Biden may face challenges getting on the state's 2024 general election ballot due to conflicting deadlines, unless the Democratic National Committee moves up its nominating convention or the state legislature takes action. The office's chief legal counsel outlined the options in a letter to the Ohio Democratic Party, prompting the party to look into the matter while the Biden campaign expressed confidence in being on the ballot in all 50 states.