AXIOS (Jim VandeHei) - Democrats lack a leader right now — and might not get one until 2028
You're probably about 550 days from Democrats having a true leader who can show and shape the party's direction. Why it matters: Until Super Tuesday — that's March 7, 2028 — or well beyond, Democrats will be leaderless, rudderless and likely split between rising socialist energy and more traditional, establishment liberalism. - DNC Chair Ken Martin will likely get ousted and leave behind a hot financial mess and cashless dumpster fire. - Hakeem Jeffries has a legit shot at rising to speaker, but will lack a big enough majority as well as the instincts and ambition to lead beyond the House. - Chuck Schumer seems tired. If he doesn't win the majority, he'll get challenged for the top job. Then, he'll be preoccupied with AOC running…