Democrats suffered devastating losses in 2024 elections. The race to take over the party has begun.
Martin O'Malley, a 2016 Democratic presidential candidate and former Maryland Governor, became the first notable figure to jump into the race on Monday. Ken Martin, who is the chair of Minnesota's arm of the Democratic party, and a DNC vice chair, announced his campaign Tuesday morning.
Democrats in disarray: Growing field in race to chair party
Minnesota Farmer-Labor Party Chair Ken Martin becomes the second candidate to launch a bid for Democratic National Committee chair in the wake of this month's election setbacks.
Minnesota Democratic Chairman Ken Martin joins race to lead the DNC
Ken Martin has already garnered the endorsement of 83 members of the Democratic National Committee — nearly one-fifth of the body.
Ken Martin announces bid to run Democratic National Committee
Minnesota Democratic Party Chair Ken Martin said on Tuesday morning he will run to lead the National Democratic Committee as the party finds itself on the outside of national power looking in after lo
How Ken Martin hopes to shape the future of the Democratic party
DFL Party Chair Ken Martin has put himself in the running to lead the Democratic National Committee. Martin led the Minnesota DFL for more than a decade and is known as a hard worker, a successful fundraiser and strong party builder.
Minnesota Party Chair Ken Martin launches a bid to lead the Democratic National Committee
Minnesota Democratic party chair Ken Martin has formally announced his bid to lead the Democratic National Committee, as the party attempts to piece itself together following a stinging defeat against Donald Trump.
Democrats Prepare for Leadership Change as DNC Chair Race Unfolds
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) chairmanship race has officially commenced with Ken Martin, chair of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party, and former Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley announcing their candidacies.
Minnesota DFL Chair Ken Martin announces bid to lead national Democratic Party
Minnesota DFL Party Chair Ken Martin is running for chair of the Democratic National Committee. Martin announced his candidacy Tuesday for the top role leading the party as it regroups following its loss in the 2024 presidential race, and looks toward the 2026 and 2028 elections.
Race to take the DNC chair begins
In a post on X, Martin pointed out that he’s not from the Beltway, instead saying, “I’m not a DC insider, but I know how the DNC works—and how it isn’t working. We’ve
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Democratic strategist hints at running to lead the DNC in order to make 'Democrats fun again'
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Minnesota Democratic Party Chair Ken Martin launches a bid to lead the DNC
Minnesota Democratic Party chair Ken Martin has formally announced his bid to lead the Democratic National Committee.
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Minnesota DFL chair Ken Martin announces bid to lead Democratic National Committee
Labor Party chair Ken Martin is running to head the Democratic National Committee. The big picture: Martin, who announced his ...
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Minnesota DFL chair Ken Martin announces run to lead Democratic National Committee
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor chair Ken Martin, who's led the state party for more than a decade, on ...