The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has elected Shasti Conrad as its new vice chair, marking the end of a protracted election process that followed the departure of David Hogg from the party’s leadership. Conrad’s victory was confirmed after a second round of voting, which concluded on Friday night, following the elimination of Jeanna Repass in the first round. Hogg’s exit from the DNC was the result of tensions over his controversial plans to challenge sitting Democrats, which led to a significant rift within the party’s leadership.
Conrad’s election was met with praise from DNC Chair Ken Martin, who described her as a