Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley is set to become the new head of the Democratic Governors Association, a source with knowledge of the appointment confirmed to The Ballot Box.
O’Malley and the rest of the DGA’s incoming leadership team will be unveiled Wednesday at an event in Washington.
O’Malley’s appointment to the committee's top job was first reported by Politico.
The governor won his rematch with former Gov. Bob Ehrlich (R) last cycle. During a tough year for Democrats nationally, O’Malley won by almost 15 points, raising about $8 million for his effort.
Full story: Maryland Gov. O’Malley to head DGA – The Hill’s Ballot Box