Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has resigned from his position as chair of the Democratic Governors Association following his selection as Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate. This move was necessitated by DGA bylaws, which prohibit a federal candidate from simultaneously holding the role of chairman within the organization. Governor Walz had been serving as chair since December.
In a message to DGA staff, Executive Director Meghan Meehan-Draper expressed excitement over Walz's new role, stating that his selection as the VP candidate is a significant development worth celebrating. She noted that Walz's team emphasized the importance of the DGA to them.
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly will take over as the new chair of the Democratic Governors Association. Governor Kelly expressed gratitude for Governor Walz's leadership and collaboration during his tenure, which saw notable achievements such as record-breaking fundraising and positioning Democratic gubernatorial candidates favorably in challenging races.
In a statement, Governor Kelly affirmed her commitment to supporting the Harris-Walz ticket in the upcoming November elections. She pledged to leverage the DGA's resources to ensure the success of Democratic candidates at the gubernatorial level.
