Two Top Union Leaders Resign From DNC Over Leadership Disputes

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is facing significant internal turmoil as two prominent labor union leaders, Randi Weingarten of the American Federation of Teachers and Lee Saunders of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, resigned from their at-large member positions citing disagreements with DNC Chair Ken Martin's leadership. Weingarten criticized the current leadership for failing to expand the party's coalition and expressed frustration over being out of step with Martin's direction, particularly after she was removed from the influential Rules and Bylaws Committee. These resignations follow the controversy around David Hogg, the former DNC vice chair, who stepped down amid a contentious revote. The departures spotlight ongoing struggles within the DNC to find a cohesive message and leadership capable of opposing President Donald Trump effectively. The situation reflects broader discontent within the party as it grapples with its strategy and representation following the 2024 elections. These events underscore a critical moment of reckoning for the Democrats as they seek to rebuild and unify their coalition.