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August 20, 2024 at 12:18 AM

DNC adopts platform that echoes Biden more than Harris, no arms embargo on Israel

Biden is mentioned 287 times while Harris is mentioned 32 times.
August 20, 2024 at 12:18 AM
Minyon Moore, Chair of the 2024 Democratic National Convention Committee and Jaime R. Harrison, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, open Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention, in Chicago, Aug. 19, 2024.
August 19, 2024 at 9:29 PM

Rep. Dean Phillips was 1st congressional Democrat to question Biden candidacy

The Minnesota lawmaker didn't receive much praise for calling on President Joe Biden to end his re-election campaign. He joins the show to discuss what's occurred since Biden dropped out of the race.
August 19, 2024 at 9:29 PM
VIDEO: Rep. Dean Phillips was 1st congressional Democrat to question Biden candidacy
August 19, 2024 at 7:54 PM

Congressman Al Green discusses surge of enthusiasm within Democratic Party

The Texas congressman spoke with ABC News' Selina Wang about the momentum within the Democratic Party and said Vice President Kamala Harris should "continue to be herself."
August 19, 2024 at 7:54 PM
VIDEO: Congressman Al Green discusses surge of enthusiasm within the Democratic Party
August 19, 2024 at 3:16 PM

How to watch, what to know about the 2024 DNC

The Democratic National Convention is set to begin Aug. 19 in Chicago. Here's what to know about the DNC and how to follow along with all of the action.
August 19, 2024 at 3:16 PM
Signage is hung on the exterior of the United Center in preparation for next week's Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Aug. 14, 2024.
August 19, 2024 at 2:27 PM

Democrats head into their convention feeling optimistic -- and terrified: ANALYSIS

Democrats are jubilant, preparing for a party this week as they descend on Chicago for their convention. They're also terrified.
August 19, 2024 at 2:27 PM
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at a campaign event at Hendrick Center for Automotive Excellence on the Scott Northern Wake Campus of Wake Tech Community College in Raleigh, N.C., Aug. 16, 2024.
August 19, 2024 at 12:58 PM

DNC convention to focus on 'lowering health care costs' with Bernie Sanders speech

Speakers like Sen. Sanders, Rep. Robert Garcia, Rep. Lauren Underwood and New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will highlight support for strengthening the ACA.
August 19, 2024 at 12:58 PM
Preparations continue one day ahead of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Aug. 18, 2024.
August 19, 2024 at 11:56 AM

Biden to have his DNC moment with opening night speech

President Biden will play a starkly different role at the Democratic National Convention what was expected just weeks ago as he stepped aside and endorsed Kamala Harris.
August 19, 2024 at 11:56 AM
President Joe Biden speaks at Tulane University, Aug. 13, 2024, in New Orleans.
August 16, 2024 at 4:57 PM

Dem. staffer files against Green Party in Wisconsin, saying they don't qualify

A Democratic Party staffer has filed a complaint with the Wisconsin Elections Commission saying that the Green Party should not be on the ballot.
August 16, 2024 at 4:57 PM
Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein speaks at a Pro-Palestinian protest in front of the White House, on June 8, 2024 in Washington, D.C.
August 15, 2024 at 3:16 PM

Biden's solo, unscripted news conference a pivotal moment in debate rebound effort

All eyes will be on President Joe Biden when he holds his first solo news conference of the year on Thursday.
August 15, 2024 at 3:16 PM
U.S. President Joe Biden attends a campaign event at Sherman Middle School, in Madison, Wis., July 5, 2024.
August 14, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's 'Antisemitism in America' to be published next winter

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer will have a book out next winter that draws in part upon his own life and religion for what he calls a “warning” about antisemitism
August 14, 2024 at 12:30 PM
This combination of photos shows cover art for "Antisemitism in America: A Warning" by Sen. Chuck Schumer, left, and Schumer speaking at a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington on March 12, 2024. (Grand Central Publishing via AP, left, AP Photo)
August 12, 2024 at 8:21 PM

'Important moment': Biden to speak at DNC next week, White House says

President Joe Biden will speak at the Democratic National Convention next week, the White House said on Monday.
August 12, 2024 at 8:21 PM
President Joe Biden speaks after his Republican opponent Donald Trump was injured following a shooting at an election rally in Pennsylvania, at the Rehoboth Beach Police Department, in Rehoboth Beach, Del., July 13, 2024.
August 11, 2024 at 6:18 PM

Vice President Kamala Harris ‘is going to do interviews’: Amy Klobuchar

ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviews Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., on “This Week.”
August 11, 2024 at 6:18 PM
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Amy Klobuchar
August 11, 2024 at 2:55 PM

Amy Klobuchar: Democrats are 'moving forward' after Biden stepped down from 2024 race

Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D, said Sunday that Democrats are "moving forward" after President Joe Biden ended his reelection campaign.
August 11, 2024 at 2:55 PM
In this June 18, 2024, file photo, Sen. Amy Klobuchar speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
August 9, 2024 at 7:58 PM

Pres. Biden, VP Kamala Harris to make first joint trip since Biden dropped out

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will make their first trip together since Biden ended his candidacy and Harris took over as the Democratic standard-bearer
August 9, 2024 at 7:58 PM
FILE - President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris stand on stage at the Democratic National Committee winter meeting, Feb. 3, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
August 8, 2024 at 5:20 PM

Progressives reckon with massive campaign spending deficit after Cori Bush defeat

Progressives are on the short end of a spending war with pro-Israel and other establishment Democratic forces. And they know it.
August 8, 2024 at 5:20 PM
Rep. Cori Bush delivers her concession speech during a primary election watch party on Aug. 6, 2024, in St Louis, Missouri.
August 7, 2024 at 4:10 PM

Harris picking Walz could pave way for first Native American female governor

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz was tapped as Vice President Kamala Harris's running mate on Tuesday -- a choice that could potentially usher in a historic first.
August 7, 2024 at 4:10 PM
In this Jan. 19, 2024, file photo, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan attends Indigenous House: Sundance Film Festival 2024 in Park City, Utah.
August 7, 2024 at 1:43 PM

Kamala Harris debuts running mate Tim Walz at rally

Vice President Kamala Harris has officially named Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her vice presidential running mate.
August 7, 2024 at 1:43 PM
VIDEO: Kamala Harris debuts running mate Tim Walz at rally
August 7, 2024 at 10:48 AM

Kamala Harris, Tim Walz make first appearance as running mates

After weeks of speculation, Vice President Harris debuted her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, at a rally in Philadelphia.
August 7, 2024 at 10:48 AM
VIDEO:  Kamala Harris, Tim Walz make first appearance as running mates
August 7, 2024 at 10:07 AM

Progressive Rep. Cori Bush loses high-stakes Democratic primary: AP projection

After a fiercely competitive primary race, the Associated Press projects that St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell has won the Democratic primary in MO.
August 7, 2024 at 10:07 AM
In this Dec. 8, 2022 file photo, Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington.
August 6, 2024 at 9:25 PM

Harris officially names Tim Walz as vice presidential running mate

Vice President Kamala Harris has named her running mate to join her on the Democratic ticket in the 2024 election.
August 6, 2024 at 9:25 PM
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (C) awaits the arrival of US Vice President Kamala Harris at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in Saint Paul, Minn., on March 14, 2024.
August 6, 2024 at 4:39 PM

Sen. Amy Klobuchar reacts to Harris’ running mate pick Gov. Tim Walz

The Minnesota senator, who describes Tim Walz as a “close friend,” gave her thoughts on Vice President Kamala Harris picking the Minnesota governor as her running mate.
August 6, 2024 at 4:39 PM
VIDEO: Sen. Amy Klobuchar reacts to Harris’s running mate pick, Gov. Tim Walz
August 6, 2024 at 12:50 PM

Democrats call for answers on Project 2025 from the Heritage Foundation

At least 38 Congress members have sent a letter to the president of the Heritage Foundation requesting a meeting to discuss Project 2025 and its “180-Day Playbook.”
August 6, 2024 at 12:50 PM
Ayanna Pressley speaks during the 2024 ESSENCE Festival Of Culture™ Presented By Coca-Cola® at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center July 07, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
August 5, 2024 at 11:41 PM

Who is Pete Buttigieg?

Buttigieg, Biden's transportation secretary, is being eyed as a possible running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris.
August 5, 2024 at 11:41 PM
Buttigieg, Biden's transportation secretary, is being eyed as a possible running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris.
August 5, 2024 at 4:04 PM

Nancy Pelosi talks new book, ‘The Art of Power’

The California congresswoman details her time as the first woman Speaker of the House, shares her insights on the 2024 presidential race and her future political plans.
August 5, 2024 at 4:04 PM
VIDEO: Nancy Pelosi talks new book, ‘The Art of Power’
August 5, 2024 at 10:38 AM

Hospitality workers' union endorses Harris, dismissing Trump's pledge on tips

The hospitality workers’ union UNITE HERE has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president
August 5, 2024 at 10:38 AM
FILE - Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks at a Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority gathering in Houston, July 31, 2024, in Houston. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)
August 2, 2024 at 9:01 PM

Ex-aide to Josh Shapiro allegedly invoked governor's name in threat to woman

A one-time aide to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro allegedly left a woman "weeping" after a threatening phone call in which he invoked Shapiro's name, the woman said.
August 2, 2024 at 9:01 PM
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks during a campaign rally for Vice President Kamala Harris, July 29, 2024, in Ambler, Pa.
August 2, 2024 at 5:13 PM

Dems to run newspaper ads in Trump's rally locations calling for debate commitment

When former President Trump rallies across the country, voters in some of those states will read coverage of his events in the paper -- and new Democratic attack ads.
August 2, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump holds a campaign rally in Harrisburg, Pa., on July 31, 2024.
July 31, 2024 at 11:29 AM

Harris becomes presumptive Democratic nominee, rails at Trump over debate

Across the country, 3,923 delegates petitioned to make Harris the Democratic nominee, according to the DNC.
July 31, 2024 at 11:29 AM
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during a campaign rally, July 30, 2024, in Atlanta.
July 30, 2024 at 2:38 PM

Democrats' new line of attack on Republicans? 'You’re being weird'

Democrats have recently begun adopting a fresh new line of attack on Republicans: quite simply, calling them weird.
July 30, 2024 at 2:38 PM
Vice President Kamala Harris arrives for an event on the South Lawn of the White House, July 22, 2024, in Washington, D.C. Former President and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump standing on stage after accepting his party's nomination on the last day of the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, July 18, 2024.
July 29, 2024 at 1:54 PM

Harris tops Trump in favorability ratings

ABC News’ Political Director and Washington Bureau Chief Rick Klein breaks down the latest polls.
July 29, 2024 at 1:54 PM
VIDEO: Harris tops Trump in favorability ratings
July 26, 2024 at 3:58 PM

Potential VP pick Tim Walz emerges as popular candidate among labor unions: Sources

Unions lack a consensus choice, some labor officials said.
July 26, 2024 at 3:58 PM
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz greets US Vice President Kamala Harris as she arrives at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in Saint Paul, Minn., on March 14, 2024.
July 26, 2024 at 2:35 PM

What 8 potential Kamala Harris VP picks bring to the table

Breaking down eight possible candidates for Kamala Harris's VP pick.
July 26, 2024 at 2:35 PM
Mark Kelly, Josh Shapiro, Andy Beshear and Roy Cooper are on the list of potential Democratic vice presidential picks.
1 month ago

By the Numbers: Democrats fill fundraising coffers

The numbers behind Democratic presidential campaign fundraising since Kamala Harris became the presumptive nominee and raised $100M in just over 24 hours.
1 month ago
VIDEO: By the Numbers: Democrats fill fundraising coffers
1 month ago

Who is Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly?

The former astronaut and Arizona Democrat has been outspoken on immigration.
1 month ago
The former astronaut and Arizona Democrat has been outspoken on immigration.
1 month ago

Republican lawmakers call Democratic nominee swap a 'coup'

Atlantic staff writer Ali Breland speaks on some Republicans comparing President Biden stepping aside to the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Republican lawmakers call Democratic nominee swap a 'coup'
1 month ago

Vice President Kamala Harris secures delegate support

ABC News political contributor and former Rep. Barbara Comstock and democratic strategist Kaivan Shroff discuss Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Vice President Kamala Harris secures delegate support
1 month ago

Harris' wealth comes mostly from her and her husband's investments, records show

Fifteen years of tax returns show how Kamala Harris, who is now the front-runner for the Democratic presidential nomination, became a millionaire as a public servant.
1 month ago
Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Douglas Emhoff descend from Air Force Two in Wilmington, Delaware, July 22, 2024.
1 month ago

Harris secures enough committed delegates to become presumptive Democratic nominee

Kamala Harris made her first appearance since President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race and secured commitments from enough delegates to become the presumptive Democratic nominee.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Harris secures enough committed delegates to become presumptive Democratic nominee
1 month ago

Major Asian, Black, Latino groups support Harris presidency

Major groups representing voters of color have come out in support of Kamala Harris.
1 month ago
Vice President Kamala Harris attends an infrastructure event addressing high speed internet in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building's South Court Auditorium at the White House in Washington, June 3, 2021.
1 month ago

How Democrats will navigate electing the 2024 Democratic nominee

ABC News contributor Mike Muse shares the process behind selecting the next Democratic nominee and how the Biden-Harris campaign donations will be handled.
1 month ago
VIDEO: How Democrats will navigate electing the 2024 Democratic nominee
1 month ago

What’s next after Biden drops out of race

ABC News’ Jon Karl, Mary Bruce and Rachel Scott break down everything you need to know after President Joe Biden’s announcement that he is exiting the 2024 presidential race.
1 month ago
VIDEO: What’s next after Biden drops out of race
1 month ago

Kamala Harris emerges as front-runner for Democratic nomination

Harris made history as the first woman and person of color to serve as vice president after blazing new trails in public service as a San Francisco prosecutor, California’s attorney general and a senator.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Kamala Harris emerges as front-runner for Democratic nomination
1 month ago

Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson discusses Harris' candidacy

Marianne Williamson discusses President Joe Biden stepping down from the 2024 presidential election and her bid to be the Democratic nominee instead of Vice President Kamala Harris.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson discusses Harris' candidacy
1 month ago

Democratic Congressman Gabe Amo gives Kamala Harris his full support

The Democratic congressman from Rhode Island says he is looking forward to helping Vice President Harris win the nomination.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Democratic Congressman Gabe Amo gives Kamala Harris his full support
1 month ago

Super PACs already putting millions of dollars toward Kamala Harris

Future Forward says it received $150 million in new commitments from major Democratic donors in the 24 hours since President Joe Biden announced he would step aside from the race.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Super PACs already putting millions of dollars toward Kamala Harris
1 month ago

Democratic delegates reassess support as Biden exits race

Since President Joe Biden has left the race, delegates are free to support whomever they choose.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Democratic delegates reassess support as Biden exits race
1 month ago

Democratic Party rallying behind Kamala Harris

Despite Harris getting key endorsements for the nomination, there is speculation that she may have some challengers.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Democratic Party rallying behind Kamala Harris
1 month ago

Kamala Harris is 'exciting the country,' Rep. Jeffries says

Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries talks about Kamala Harris as a presidential candidate.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Kamala Harris is 'exciting the country,' Rep. Jeffries says
1 month ago

Who could Kamala Harris pick as VP if she wins the Democratic nomination?

While no official decisions have been made, ABC News' Jonathan Karl has weighed in on a few possible contenders for the Harris ticket this November.
1 month ago
Vice President Kamala Harris attends an infrastructure event addressing high speed internet in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building's South Court Auditorium at the White House in Washington, June 3, 2021.
1 month ago

How a Harris nomination could impact 2024 presidential race

Former DNC Chair Donna Brazile and former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie weigh in on how they feel Vice President Kamala Harris will fare in the 2024 election.
1 month ago
VIDEO: How a Harris nomination could impact 2024 presidential race