Who’s in
Candidates rushed into the race in the early months of 2019, with several senators among the most prominent contenders. Others joined later in the year.
Other possible candidates
Other well-known figures are also eyeing jumping into the race, even as the field grows more crowded.
Who’s dropped out
Some candidates are struggling to raise money or build a solid base of supporters amid such a large field.
Women
Hillary Clinton became the first woman to win the nomination of a major party in 2016, and the 2020 race has a number of women front-runners, a marked change from past contests.
Minority candidates
Democratic candidates come from a variety of backgrounds, reflecting the party's diverse electoral coalition.
From states that Trump won
While the Democratic field has many progressive-leaning candidates from solid-blue states, there are also hopefuls from more purple or red states, including Texas and Indiana.
Experience in state or local government
Several governors and mayors have entered the race.
Current or former members of Congress
About a half-dozen Democratic senators have jumped into the race, joined by a handful of current or former House members.
Military Veterans
A handful of candidates have served in the U.S. armed forces.
45 and Under
Many of the candidates are in their 50s and 60s, but there are some younger candidates as well.
Big War Chests
These candidates had more than $5 million in available cash as of June 30.
Drawing Small Donors
These candidates reported that donations of less than $200 -- which can show grass-roots energy as opposed to establishment support -- made up 50% or more of their total money raised in the first quarter.
Full candidate list
Scroll below to see the full list of candidates who are confirmed, likely to run or speculated as possible contenders.
