Ken Martin hunkers down at the Democratic National Committee as a storm gathers around party leader
NEW YORK (AP) — Ken Martin is in survival mode. Desperate to save his job as chair of the Democratic National Committee , he is avoiding media appearances, monitoring his critics’ social media…
Ken Martin, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair, is in a survival mode as he seeks to preserve his position. Faced with mounting pressure to resign, Martin is avoiding media appearances and monitoring his critics' social media posts. He has shown little inclination to implement significant changes at the DNC, which is plagued by calls for his resignation.
A six-person group, comprising state leaders and other DNC members, described Martin as defensive and highly distrusting of his peers, even some within his own team. While there is no indication that the DNC's membership intends to replace Martin before the 2026 midterm elections, some question how long he can persist in his current role.
This internal turmoil poses a significant threat to the party's prospects in retaking control of Congress from President Donald Trump's Republican Party. Despite the mounting criticism, Martin remains in control of his fate, with some DNC members expressing unwavering support for him.
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