DNC to Vote on 2028 Primary Finance Reform Amidst 13,000+ Grassroots Signatures

Minneapolis, MN – The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is poised to vote on a resolution proposed by DNC Chair Ken Martin, aimed at curbing the influence of unlimited corporate and "dark money" in the 2028 presidential primary process. The resolution, which has garnered over 13,000 grassroots signatures in support, will be considered during the DNC's summer meeting from August 25-27 in Minneapolis.

Chair Martin's proposal directs a newly formed reforms committee to identify "real, enforceable steps the DNC can take to eliminate unlimited corporate and dark money" by the summer of 2026. While the resolution does not explicitly ban Super PACs, it seeks to address opaque funding sources that have increasingly impacted primary elections. This move signals a significant effort to reshape campaign finance within the party.

Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) voiced strong support for more stringent measures on social media, specifically advocating for the elimination of Super PACs. In a recent tweet, Khanna stated, > "Thank you ⁦@kenmartin73⁩ for proposing to eliminate Super Pacs for the 2028 Presidential primary. Having a Super Pac should be disqualifying. We need a party standing for M4A, human rights in Gaza, taxing wealth, repeal of fossil fuel subsidies." His statement links campaign finance reform directly to key progressive policy priorities.

Progressive groups, including Our Revolution, founded by Senator Bernie Sanders, have long pushed for such reforms, applauding Martin's initiative as a crucial step. Joseph Geevarghese, executive director of Our Revolution, emphasized that the resolution is about "putting power back where it belongs—in the hands of voters, not billionaire donors." The broader goal for many reformers is a constitutional amendment to overturn the 2010 Citizens United Supreme Court decision, which expanded the role of money in politics.

The debate also highlights challenges in enforcement and concerns among some Democrats that strict limitations could disadvantage the party against Republicans. Despite these complexities, the DNC's upcoming vote marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing effort to address the financial landscape of future presidential primaries.