Munich summit becomes early stage for 2028 Democrats

Published February 13, 2026 5:00am ET



The Munich Security Conference, kicking off Friday, is quickly emerging as an unofficial stop on the Democratic 2028 primary tour. 

The annual gathering of world leaders and defense officials is drawing a slate of ambitious Democrats eager to sharpen their national security credentials, expand their global profiles, and project steadiness to European allies wary of America’s political volatility.

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