Democrats have selected South Carolina to hold the first presidential nominating contest in 2028. The decision Friday most likely cements a Democratic primary calendar that moves away from Iowa and New Hampshire in favor of more racially diverse states.

South Carolina was first on Democrats’ primary calendar in 2024, when the state played a critical part in nominating Biden for a second term.

Nevada and South Carolina are the leading contenders to be recommended to head Democrats’ 2028 presidential primary calendar, according to conversations with members of a powerful…

The Democratic National Committee has almost finalized the nominating schedule for the 2028 presidential primary.