Montana Democratic Party chairwoman quits, backs independent in Senate race

Shannon O’Brien, the chairwoman of the Montana Democratic Party, has resigned her position to endorse independent candidate Seth Bodnar over the Democratic nominee, Alani Bankhead, in the state's Senate race. O’Brien cited concerns regarding Bankhead's viability, resources, and commitment to core Democratic values such as reproductive rights and labor support. While Bankhead accused O'Brien of undermining her candidacy for months, O’Brien argued that Bodnar represents the best path to defeat Republican nominee Kurt Alme. The race remains a three-way contest after Bankhead previously refused to withdraw despite pressure to consolidate the vote behind Bodnar.

Shannon O’Brien, the chairwoman of the Montana Democratic Party, has resigned her position to endorse independent candidate Seth Bodnar over the Democratic nominee, Alani Bankhead, in the state's Senate race. O’Brien cited concerns regarding Bankhead's viability, resources, and commitment to core Democratic values such as reproductive rights and labor support. While Bankhead accused O'Brien of undermining her candidacy for months, O’Brien argued that Bodnar represents the best path to defeat Republican nominee Kurt Alme. The race remains a three-way contest after Bankhead previously refused to withdraw despite pressure to consolidate the vote behind Bodnar.