New Hampshire Democrats have announced their intention to hold the state's presidential primaries first in 2028, despite the Democratic National Committee (DNC) designating South Carolina as the first primary state. The DNC's decision was made during a vote on Friday, which resulted in 26 members supporting South Carolina, while 19 favored Nevada and only four voted for New Hampshire. New Hampshire's law requires its primary to occur at least one week before any other state. New Hampshire Democratic Party Chairman Ray Buckley criticized the DNC's decision, asserting that it does not change the legal requirements for the state's primary. He emphasized New Hampshire's history of effectively testing candidates and stated that the DNC's vote moves the party away from focusing on upcoming elections. The DNC plans to hold South Carolina's primary on January 22, 2028, Nevada's on February 1, and New Hampshire's on February 8.
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New Hampshire Democrats Plan to Hold First 2028 Primary Despite DNC Decision
New Hampshire Democrats are set to hold their presidential primaries first in 2028, despite the DNC's decision to designate South Carolina as the first primary state. New Hampshire law mandates that its primary occurs at least one week ahead of others, leading to criticism from state party officials regarding the DNC's vote. The DNC has scheduled the primaries for South Carolina on January 22, Nevada on February 1, and New Hampshire on February 8.
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