Official announcement from the Democratic National Committee

Schumer Endorses Wisconsin's Wikler for DNC Chair Ahead of February 1 Election

Jan 2, 2025, 02:05 PM

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has endorsed Ben Wikler, the chairman of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, for the position of Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair. Schumer, the highest-ranking party leader to weigh in on the race, praised Wikler for his organizational skills, fundraising abilities, and his success in winning elections in Wisconsin, including the governor's seat and major state legislative seats. The endorsement comes ahead of the DNC chair election scheduled for February 1, following a series of candidate forums in January. Wikler faces competition from other notable Democrats including Minnesota Democratic Party Chairman Ken Martin, former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, former Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson, New York state Senator James Skoufis, and former Department of Homeland Security official Nate Snyder. Wikler has emphasized the need for Democrats to focus on building the middle class and enhancing communication with voters to counter Republican narratives, advocating for a year-round campaign operation in every state.