Dem panel taps South Carolina to hold first 2028 presidential primary

South Carolina has been chosen to hold the first Democratic presidential primary in 2028, edging out Nevada after a heated and racially charged discussion. This decision is a significant win for Black leaders who insisted that South Carolina's sizable Black population, often a loyal Democratic voting bloc, should have the honor of voicing their opinion first on the party's nominee. This move underscores a shift in how the party values its diverse voter base and could reshape the dynamics of primary elections in future cycles.