The Democratic National Committee has approved a new presidential primary calendar for 2028, placing South Carolina first in the nation on January 22, 2028. This marks a significant shift from previous cycles that began with Iowa and New Hampshire. The decision aims to prioritize voters of color and labor constituencies earlier in the nominating process.
The new order will see Nevada holding its primary on February 1, 2028, followed by New Hampshire on February 8, 2028, New Mexico on February 15, 2028, and Michigan. Virginia will also be among the first six states to hold an early contest. Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin stated that these changes are intended to ensure candidates are “battle-tested.”
The move effectively pushes Iowa and New Hampshire – traditionally holding the first contests – further back in the nominating schedule. The decision comes as the party seeks to broaden its appeal and better reflect the diversity of the electorate. No right-leaning sources reported on this change, indicating a lack of coverage from that perspective.
The approved calendar represents a reshaping of the Democratic Party’s early primary process, with South Carolina now positioned to play a pivotal role in selecting the party’s next presidential nominee.
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