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August 14, 2026
DNC Confirms South Carolina as First Primary State for 2028 Presidential Election
- The Democratic National Committee has officially approved South Carolina to hold the first primary on January 22, 2028, followed by Nevada on February 1, and other states throughout February.
- This new calendar emphasizes the importance of Black and Latino voters, moving away from the traditional dominance of Iowa and New Hampshire.
- DNC Chairman Ken Martin stated that this calendar will be protected against states attempting to jump ahead, as seen in the 2024 cycle.
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- DNC to finalize controversial 2028 primary calendar, elevating South CarolinaAug 14, 2026 at 9:14 AM · ABC News
- Democrats' early 2028 primary calendar set to prioritize Black and Latino voters, organized laborAug 15, 2026 at 6:19 AM · ABC News
- Democrats officially set their 2028 primary calendar, with South Carolina going firstAug 15, 2026 at 6:25 PM · NBC
- Democrats look to states with Black, Latino voters to build momentum in 2028Aug 15, 2026 at 6:26 PM · CNN
- South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary, DNC vote confirmsAug 15, 2026 at 6:41 PM · CBS News