Global Politics Report Editorial

South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary

South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary will take place on Jan. 22, 2028. Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia will also hold early Democratic nominating contests.

Key Data

Key people or organizations: South Carolina, Democratic

Specific figures mentioned: 2028, 22

Story focus: South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary

Source context: South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary will take place on Jan. 22, 2028. Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia will also...

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Original source: CBS News