The New York Times has unveiled a startling reality: the Democratic Party is embroiled in a turmoil far deeper than previously acknowledged.
According to the report, the leadership of the party is grappling with ongoing chaos. Infighting among various factions has reached a fever pitch, but perhaps the most alarming issue is the party’s rapidly deteriorating financial health. The Democrats may soon have to resort to borrowing just to keep the lights on and ensure daily operations continue.
One can only speculate why donors are hesitant to open their wallets. After all, the party reportedly squandered a jaw-dropping two billion dollars during the 2024 election cycle, and the aftermath has left many disillusioned with the financial decisions made.
As noted in the New York Times:
Inside the Chaos Swirling Through a D.N.C. Desperate for Cash
Just months into the leadership of Ken Martin, the Democratic National Committee’s financial predicament has become so dire that discussions about borrowing funds to settle bills have taken place among top officials.
Fundraising efforts from major donors—a group Mr. Martin has yet to fully engage—have seen a significant decline. Concurrently, he has expanded the party’s financial commitments across every state, reaching even to remote territories like Guam.
Fellow Democrats are voicing their frustrations, suggesting that Mr. Martin, who quietly accepted a salary increase upon his appointment, has become too preoccupied with internal conflicts. Thus far, critics argue, he has failed to rally the party against the Republicans, who currently hold federal power.
Compounding the situation was a protracted public dispute with David Hogg, the 25-year-old activist and D.N.C. vice chair, who surprised party insiders with a proposal to challenge incumbent Democrats. This debacle included the leak of compromising audio where Mr. Martin questioned his own effectiveness and culminated in Mr. Hogg’s abrupt departure earlier this month.
Eight months post-2024 election, it appears the Democrats have learned nothing, leading to their current implosion.
The DNC is “desperate for cash” and is reportedly even having to borrow money to pay the bills.
If only Democrats could devise some viable ideas for America.
Instead, they seem more inclined to riot, manipulate elections, and pander to undocumented immigrants. pic.twitter.com/nK8NJoD270
— Paul A. Szypula (@Bubblebathgirl) June 18, 2025
Just when you thought the current state of the Democratic Party couldn’t get any worse…
Reports say the DNC is out of money, and top officials are now talking about taking out loans to cover the bills.
Brutal. pic.twitter.com/yWXqPQdMQy
— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) June 18, 2025
The party appears to be trapped in a cycle of chaos, opting for protests and performative antics over substantive ideas for the American populace.
