Tim Walz Endorses Ken Martin for DNC Chair

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has publicly endorsed Ken Martin, the state's Democratic Party chair, for the position of chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), reversing his previous neutral stance. Walz praised Martin for building a national model for electing Democrats in competitive states and highlighted his leadership experience, particularly during his 14 years at the helm of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party. Martin is considered a front-runner in the upcoming DNC chair election scheduled for February 1, where he faces notable opponents, including Wisconsin's Ben Wikler. This endorsement is significant as it is the highest-profile backing for Martin, who has amassed over 100 endorsements in his campaign. Martin emphasized his pro-labor stance and commitment to revitalizing the Democratic Party to win elections again. He has not lost a statewide election in Minnesota, making him a key figure in the DNC race.