DNC gives final approval of 2028 primary calendar starting in South Carolina

The Democratic National Committee has set the 2028 presidential primary calendar, starting with South Carolina on January 22, 2028, followed by Nevada on February 1. Traditionally, New Hampshire has been the first state to hold its primary, but this plan shifts it to third place in February. This decision reflects ongoing debates about primary order and regional influence within the party, potentially reshaping how candidates strategize their campaigns and allocate resources in the early months.