Former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley has announced his candidacy to chair the Democratic National Committee, stepping into a leadership race as the party faces significant challenges.
With no control of the White House or Congress in 2025, Democrats are grappling with the aftermath of a tough election and the prospect of a second Trump presidency.
O’Malley, who also served as Baltimore mayor and Social Security commissioner, pitched himself as a “turnaround manager” focused on rebuilding the party’s connection with voters, particularly on economic issues.
While highlighting lessons from Howard Dean’s 50-state strategy, O’Malley vowed to prioritize collaboration and forward-thinking reforms. The race to succeed Jaime Harrison as DNC chair is expected to include multiple candidates ahead of the 2025 election.
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