# Dominican Republic 2028 election politics > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-2028-election-politics > Updated: 2026-08-09T22:22:44.000Z. Sources: 33. Developments: 4. In early August 2026, the Partido de la Liberación Dominicana (PLD) rallied behind presidential hopeful Abel Martínez, who called for unity to oust the ruling Partido Revolucionario Moderno (PRM) and promised investments in infrastructure, agriculture, education and health. At the same time, senior PRM figures, including local leader Adán Peguero, publicly backed President Luis Abinader as the party’s future presidential candidate, emphasizing continuity and internal cohesion ahead of the 2028 vote. A few days later, analysis focused on the newer Fuerza del Pueblo (FP) party, founded by former three-time president Leonel Fernández after a 2019 split from the PLD. The party remains heavily centered on Fernández’s personal leadership, limiting its ability to attract a broader electorate and positioning it as a secondary force in the fragmented Dominican party system. Observers note that FP’s future influence will hinge on its performance in the upcoming 2028 elections, with succession likely to pass to Fernández’s son if Leonel steps aside. On 5 August 2026, Senator Omar Fernández urged a formal alliance between FP and PLD, arguing that a coalition is essential to win the 2028 presidential race. He highlighted the rise of influencer Santiago Matías, who is polling strongly, and warned that internal resistance within both parties makes cooperation urgent. By 9 August 2026, Leonel Fernández intensified his opposition during the ‘Nuevo Rumbo con Leonel 2028’ national meeting, calling for a ‘new direction’ for the country. Fernández accused the current government of widespread regression, citing unfulfilled promises regarding infrastructure, road interventions, and essential services such as electricity, water, and security. During the meeting, Fernández also oversaw the swearing-in of Omar Guevara, a former PLD leader, as the president of the new movement. Simultaneously, the PRM underwent leadership restructuring through a National Assembly of Delegates. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-09: Dominican Republic political leaders launch new campaigns and tours Dominican political figures are ramping up activities, including Gonzalo Castillo’s national tour, Leonel Fernández’s recruitment of former PRM officials, and the PLD’s preparations for an October consultation. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leonel-fernndez-swears-in-former-castillo-mayor-alberto-brito-quiroz ### 2026-08-05: Leonel Fernández's Fuerza del Pueblo faces growth limits in Dominican politics Dominican party Fuerza del Pueblo, led by ex‑president Leonel Fernández, struggles to grow beyond a closed leadership, limiting its challenge to the PLD ahead of crucial 2028 elections. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leonel-fernndezs-fuerza-del-pueblo-faces-growth-limits-in-dominican-politics ### 2026-08-05: Dominican Senator Omar Fernández Urges FP‑PLD Alliance for 2028 Election Dominican Senator Omar Fernández says FP must ally with PLD for the 2028 election, highlighting influencer Santiago Matías’s rise and urging unity despite internal resistance. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-senator-omar-fernndez-urges-fppld-alliance-for-2028-election ### 2026-08-02: Dominican Republic political leaders rally as 2028 election approaches Abel Martínez (PLD) urges unity to oust the PRM, citing high costs and insecurity, while PRM leaders Adán Peguero and others back President Luis Abinader for party leadership ahead of the 2028 Dominican vote; J 25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mayor-carlos-pinedo-cuello-and-candidate-camilo-prez-deliver-free-services-in-colombian-and-paraguay --- Cite as: Dominican Republic 2028 election politics. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-2028-election-politics