Former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley has officially announced his candidacy for the chairmanship of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), making him the first candidate to enter the race. O’Malley, who recently resigned from his position at the Social Security Administration, aims to lead the DNC as it seeks to regroup after anticipated challenges in the upcoming elections. His entry signals the start of a new chapter for the Democratic Party as it prepares for the DNC chair elections.