The Central Council of the New People party has put forward Deputy Speaker of the State Duma Vladislav Davankov as a potential presidential candidate. The proposal was presented during a party congress and was later reported by the state news agency TASS, which cited a source familiar with the council meeting. The move marks a notable step in the party’s evolving approach to Russia’s 2024 presidential race (TASS).
According to the same report, the ultimate decision on who will be nominated for the presidency will be made today by the party congress convened in Vorobyovy Gory near Moscow. The development adds another layer to a crowded field as the election process unfolds and parties refine their strategies for garnering broad public support (TASS).
Earlier, members of the Fair Russia – For Truth faction decided not to nominate a candidate for the 2024 election. During the party congress, group leader Sergei Mironov explained that the country could benefit from a president who embodies the current leadership style and values demonstrated by Vladimir Putin. The head of state personally thanked MPs from Fair Russia for their backing and expressed optimism about constructive cooperation moving forward (Interfax).
Russia’s Central Election Commission has already tallied a substantial slate of presidential hopefuls, with the number of candidates reaching 29. This figure reflects the ongoing pace of registration and the increasingly crowded field as candidates navigate the nomination and registration processes (CEC).
Deadline timelines are tight for self-nominated hopefuls, who must file their candidacy documents by December 27. Party-backed candidates, by contrast, are required to submit official materials by January 1 at the latest. Candidates nominated by parliamentary factions enjoy the exemption from a signature collection requirement, which can streamline their path to the ballot in comparison with independent nominees (CEC).
A separate political analysis notes a cautious stance from the Communist Party of the Russian Federation regarding participation in the presidential elections. Observers have pointed to internal debates and broader strategic considerations shaping whether the party will join the race this cycle, highlighting the dynamic and sometimes uncertain nature of party-level decision making in Russia today (Political Analysis Desk).