SC to Lead 2028 Democratic Calendar Remains First
Democrats are moving to overhaul the 2028 presidential nominating calendar, likely removing Iowa from the lead and prioritizing more diverse early states such as Nevada and South Carolina to reflect the party’s coalition. The Democratic National Committee’s Rules and Bylaws Committee will debate and potentially vote on the early-window lineup in coming days, with final approval expected at the August meeting, as races for momentum and coalition-building hinge on which states vote first.