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David Hogg Drops Out of DNC Leadership Race After Party Nullifies Election Results
Progressive activist and gun control advocate David Hogg will not seek re-election as Democratic National Committee Vice Chair after the DNC nullified February’s internal election results. The decision followed a resolution pushed by veteran activist Kalyn Free, who argued the initial outcome failed to align with the party’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) standards.
Hogg, 25, was elected alongside Malcolm Kenyatta, but critics claimed the vote didn’t represent demographic balance—especially since both winning candidates were male. The DNC requires at least one vice chair to be of any gender and one to be male.
After a 3-day vote, 75% of the DNC backed the motion to hold a new election. Kenyatta is still eligible to run; Hogg, however, has opted out.
His decision follows growing friction within the party. Hogg pledged $20 million toward progressive primary challenges and criticized party leadership for failing to chart a strong post-Harris direction. This stance sparked conflict with DNC Chair Ken Martin, who accused Hogg of undermining leadership in leaked audio obtained by Politico.
“I don’t think you intended this,” Martin told Hogg, “but you essentially destroyed any chance I have to show the leadership that I need to.” Martin later proposed a rule banning DNC officers from endorsing primary candidates.
With Hogg stepping away from the vice chair position, the party faces renewed questions about its internal unity and commitment to both reform and representation.
