The Democratic National Committee‘s possible removal of Vice Chairman David Hogg has ignited an internal firestorm, splitting party members over what some say is a sham attempt to quash a young leader.

The move, which could affect Hogg and Malcolm Kenyatta's vice chair positions, must be adopted by the full national body before it calls a new election.

Committee’s vote starts a process that could lead to activist’s ouster from leadership role amid backlash to his plans to support primary challengers to House Democrats.