DNC chair vented frustration over party division in leaked meeting recording: 'Extremely aggravating'
Fresh Take:
Jaime Harrison Slaps Down Thompson-Tapper Report, Labels Allegation a 'Bold-Faced Lie'
Jaime Harrison, former DNC chair, has disputed a claim about him not being recognized by Joe Biden at a 2023 event as written in the new book of Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson. During an MSNBC interview on Sunday, Harrison vehemently denied the claim.
Meanwhile, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) is grappling with an accusation that Vice Chair David Hogg leaked an audio recording revealing internal strife. The incident is putting Hogg's continued role at risk amid possible ouster.
Content Leak
Politico reportedly obtained a two-minute audio from a May 15 Zoom call, featuring DNC Chair Ken Martin alleging that Hogg affected his ability to lead. The 25-year-old Hogg, who was elected as vice chair in February, has been embroiled in tension with party leadership over his plan to invest $20 million in supporting progressive candidates, primarily young ones, and challenging sitting Democrats in secure districts during the upcoming election.
Infighting at DNC
"Things have warts, and we're working to change them for sure, but the longer we fight this, the harder it is to make a difference in this country," Martin said during the recording. The party is attempting to recover after Democrats' 2024 election defeat.
About ten people were on the call, including Hogg, other DNC officers, and staff, according to Politico. Martin revealed that Hogg's actions had created a challenging situation and admitted that for the first time, he questioned whether he wanted to continue in his role.
Martin vs Hogg
Martin expressed his respect for Hogg but noted that the situation had placed him in a difficult position. He added that Hogg's actions had impacted his ability to establish credibility and raise funds, which are essential for his performance in the job.
DNC Officers Back Martin
DNC Vice Chair Malcolm Kenyatta and Jane Kleeb, president of the Association of State Democratic Committees, voiced their support for Martin and disapproval of Hogg. They felt that Hogg's actions were undermining the party and hindering the efforts to reform and strengthen it.
Continued Battle for Vice Chair Position
The DNC is set to hold an electronic vote beginning Monday concerning whether to nullify the February elections of Hogg and Kenyatta as vice chairs. The DNC received a procedural complaint from Oklahoma DNC member Kalyn Free, alleging that the February election of the two vice chairs violated gender-balanced rules.
Hogg's Response
Hogg responded to the leaked audio in a statement, focusing on the current political situation and the need for unity against Trump's policies. He did not explicitly address the allegations, though he did mention that many were accusing him of leaking the recording while denying any involvement.
Support for Martin
DNC Associate Chair Stuart Applebaum, DNC Vice Chair Artie Blanco, and DNC Associate Chair Shasti Conrad expressed support for Martin and criticism of Hogg, echoing concerns about distractions and adversely affecting the party's efforts to counter Trump and the Republican agenda.
- Breaking news just in: DNC Vice Chair David Hogg faces possible ouster amid allegations that he leaked an internal recording, causing strife within the Democratic National Committee.
- The ongoing infighting at the DNC has taken a new turn, with the leaked audio recording from a Zoom call implicating Vice Chair David Hogg in challenging the leadership of DNC Chair Ken Martin.
- Amidst general news of political disagreements and war-and-conflicts, the health of the Democratic National Committee is at stake as a heated battle ensues for the vice chair position, with DNC Chair Ken Martin facing opposition from Vice Chair David Hogg.
- As fresh take on the political landscape unfolds, car-accidents, crime-and-justice, and policy-and-legislation take a backseat, as the focus shifts to the internal strife at the Democratic National Committee, particularly the electoral dispute between Chairman Ken Martin and Vice Chairman David Hogg.
- In the world of politics, where breaking news is commonplace, the disagreement between Jaime Harrison and Jake Tapper regarding a 2023 event allegation pales in comparison to the ongoing battle for the vice chair position at the Democratic National Committee, with Ken Martin and David Hogg at the forefront.
