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DNC Faces $2 Million Debt; Rahm Emanuel Urged as Co-Chair

7/30/2026

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DNC Chair Ken Martin says he is open to adding an experienced leader to fix fundraising problems.
Operatives propose a fundraising and media co-chair, but Martin’s ego may block the appointment.
Progressive strategists name former mayor Rahm Emanuel as the leading co-chair candidate.
The August DNC meeting in Austin will test members’ willingness to act against Martin despite the DNC’s $2 million debt.

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Story summary

DNC Chair Ken Martin says he is open to adding an experienced leader to fix fundraising problems.
Operatives propose a fundraising and media co-chair, but Martin’s ego may block the appointment.
Progressive strategists name former mayor Rahm Emanuel as the leading co-chair candidate.
The August DNC meeting in Austin will test members’ willingness to act against Martin despite the DNC’s $2 million debt.