On July 24, 2026, a panel of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) voted to designate South Carolina as the first state in the 2028 primary calendar. Nevada was selected as the second state, followed by New Hampshire in third place. Additionally, President Trump's 10 percent tariffs are scheduled to expire today.
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DNC panel selects South Carolina to lead 2028 primary calendar; Trump's tariffs set to expire
The Democratic National Committee has chosen South Carolina to lead the 2028 primary calendar, with Nevada and New Hampshire following. Meanwhile, President Trump's 10 percent tariffs are set to expire today.
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