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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 13, 2026Miami-Dade

Democratic National Committee finalizes 2028 presidential primary calendar

Democratic party officials are meeting this week to approve the official schedule for the 2028 presidential primary elections. This calendar will dictate the order in which states hold their nominating contests to select the party's next presidential candidate.

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Why It Matters

The determines which states have the earliest influence on the selection of the Democratic presidential nominee, potentially shaping the party's platform and candidate viability.

Key Facts

  • Democratic party officials are meeting this week to finalize the 2028 presidential primary calendar.
  • The calendar will establish the sequence of state primary contests for the 2028 election cycle.
  • The process occurs as the party evaluates its direction between progressive and moderate political platforms.

Who's Mentioned

personRita Hart“Iowa Democratic Party chair.”personMaggie Hassan“U.S. Senator from New Hampshire.”personJoe Biden“Former President who advocated for the calendar change.”personJeanne Shaheen“U.S. Senator from New Hampshire.”personWilliam Owen“DNC committee member from Tennessee.”organizationDemocratic National Committee“The national governing body of the Democratic Party.”organizationDemocratic Party“The political party organizing the primary calendar.”personKen Martin“DNC Chairman currently facing internal criticism regarding leadership and fundra”personDonald Trump“Current President of the United States.”