Democratic panel recommends South Carolina lead 2028 presidential nominating calendar

The Democratic National Committee’s Rules and Bylaws Committee recommended South Carolina to hold the first Democratic primary in the 2028 presidential cycle, defeating Nevada and New Hampshire in a 26-19-4 vote. The decision includes expanding early primaries to six states, with Iowa excluded, and awaits final approval by the DNC. The recommendation emphasizes reaching Southern constituents and Black voters, citing recent challenges to the Voting Rights Act.