Aug 21 6 takeaways from Day 2 of the DNC By Josh Boak, Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press The Democratic National Convention's second night showcased a double dose of Obama firepower to validate Vice President Kamala Harris and deliver an unsparing indictment of Republican Donald Trump. Continue reading
Aug 20 WATCH: With a DJ spinning, states pledge delegates for Harris at 2024 Democratic National Convention By Hannah Grabenstein Tuesday’s roll call was a repeat of an online event in early August, when Harris became the official nominee. The DNC called the ceremonial vote a “celebratory roll call.”… Continue reading
Aug 20 WATCH: Who's going to tell Trump that he's campaigning for a 'Black' job, Michelle Obama asks By Hannah Grabenstein The second night of the DNC was devoted to bringing “bold vision” to America’s future and a new generation of Democratic leadership. Later in the week, Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will formally accept their nominations… Continue reading
Aug 20 WATCH: Rep. Nancy Pelosi on why Harris can win and what's next for Biden By Jackie Hai Pelosi denied reports that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz was her personal pick to be Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, but spoke positively of him and the 12 years they served together in Congress. Continue reading
Aug 20 WATCH: Gen Z Congressman Frost on what makes Harris a 'movement candidate' for young voters By Jackie Hai Speaking in an interview with PBS News on Night 2 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Frost said the next step is translating that excitement into action and votes. Continue reading
Aug 20 Democrats and DJ turn convention roll call into dance party with celebrities, songs and Lil Jon By Josh Boak, Associated Press DJ Cassidy stood onstage in what appeared to be a double-breasted satin suit of royal blue, spinning a special song for each state and territory awarding their delegates to Vice President Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention. Continue reading
Aug 20 Democrats make case for Harris at party's convention with the Obamas taking center stage By Steve Peoples, Jonathan J. Cooper, Zeke Miller, Associated Press Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama will speak on the second day of the Democratic National Convention, as the party draws on two of its biggest stars to help shift attention toward Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign against Republican… Continue reading
Aug 20 WATCH: Former Trump staffer Stephanie Grisham endorses Harris at 2024 DNC Night 2 By Hannah Grabenstein Recounting her time as part of Trump’s administration, Grisham said she was more than a supporter, noting she spent holidays with the family. Continue reading
Aug 20 WATCH: Harris packs Wisconsin arena that hosted Republicans while the Obamas prepare to address Democrats By Steve Peoples, Jonathan J. Cooper, Zeke Miller, Associated Press Ahead of Obama's address at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Harris declared in battleground Wisconsin that she was running "a people-powered campaign."… Continue reading
Aug 20 Watch 5:41 Biden passes torch to Harris on emotional first night of Democratic National Convention By Laura Barrón-López, Winston Wilde, Nana Adwoa Antwi-Boasiako The first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention began to tell the story of Kamala Harris, but it was also a moment for the party to mark the people who paved the way for her rise as she charts… Continue watching