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DNC kicks off with Biden officially passing baton to Harris

Democrats are gathering in Chicago this week to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as their candidate to take on former President Donald Trump.
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VIDEO:  DNC kicks off with Biden officially passing baton to Harris
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DNC Day 1 Highlights: Biden passes torch to Harris, Hillary Clinton speaks

Democrats gathered in Chicago to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as their presidential candidate to take on former President Donald Trump.
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Democrats gathered in Chicago to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as their presidential candidate to take on former President Donald Trump.
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Joe Biden’s full speech at the DNC

The current president delivered the closing speech during the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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VIDEO: Joe Biden’s full speech at the DNC
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Hillary Clinton thanks Joe Biden for a 'lifetime of service' during DNC speech

A 'thank you Joe' chant broke out during the former Secretary of State's speech.
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VIDEO: Hillary Clinton thanks Joe Biden for a 'lifetime of service' during DNC speech
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DNC day 1 in the books

ABC News' Jay O'Brien recaps the memorable moments from the first night of the Democratic National Convention
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VIDEO: DNC day 1 in the books
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NBA coach Steve Kerr greeted with applause at DNC

Team USA coach Steve Kerr closes DNC speech: "After the results are tallied [on Election Night], we can — in the words of the great Steph Curry — we can tell Donald Trump: "Night, night."
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VIDEO: NBA coach Steve Kerr greeted with applause
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During DNC speech Sen. Warnock calls Trump a 'plague on the American conscience'

Raphael Warnock, who made history as Georgia's first Black senator, made clear the importance of his state in the 2020 election.
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VIDEO: During DNC speech Sen. Warnock calls Trump a 'plague on the American conscience'
August 20, 2024 at 5:22 AM

Biden delivers the keynote on his political career: ANALYSIS

"America, America, I gave my best to you," Biden said.
August 20, 2024 at 5:22 AM
President Joe Biden speaks onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 19, 2024 in Chicago.
August 20, 2024 at 4:16 AM

Biden: 'Are you ready to vote for freedom?'

Biden kicked off his DNC remarks after a long standing ovation from the crowd peppered with cheers of "We love Joe!" and "Thank you, Joe!"
August 20, 2024 at 4:16 AM
VIDEO: Biden: 'Are you ready to vote for freedom?'
August 20, 2024 at 4:16 AM

Ashley Biden calls president the 'O.G. girl dad' during DNC introduction

"He wasn't just a girl dad. I could see that he valued and trusted women," she said.
August 20, 2024 at 4:16 AM
VIDEO: Ashley Biden calls president the 'O.G. girl dad' during DNC introduction
August 20, 2024 at 4:08 AM

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett addresses the DNC

The congresswoman teared up while recalling first meeting Harris after first getting elected to Congress.
August 20, 2024 at 4:08 AM
VIDEO: Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett addresses the DNC
August 20, 2024 at 3:46 AM

First Lady Jill Biden takes the stage at the DNC

First Lady Jill Biden talked about her husband's kindness and devotion to helping others during his years of service.
August 20, 2024 at 3:46 AM
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August 20, 2024 at 3:39 AM

Hillary Clinton, in DNC speech, says Kamala Harris can break 'hardest glass ceiling'

Comparisons of Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris's campaigns have begun to emerge as they're the only two women to clinch a major party's nomination for president.
August 20, 2024 at 3:39 AM
Hillary Clinton speaks onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 19, 2024 in Chicago.
August 20, 2024 at 3:39 AM

Ashley Biden in the spotlight ahead of president's DNC speech

Ashley Biden has spent years promoting and supporting her father throughout his career and will now be at his side as addresses the DNC for the final time as president.
August 20, 2024 at 3:39 AM
Ashley Biden appears on stage ahead of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center August 18, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
August 20, 2024 at 3:38 AM

Momentum ahead of Biden’s Keynote DNC address

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with former director of communications for Trump’s transition team, Bryan Lanza, and former senator Heidi Heitkamp on expectations for the 2024 DNC.
August 20, 2024 at 3:38 AM
VIDEO: Momentum ahead of Biden’s Keynote DNC address
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM

Looking ahead at Biden’s speech on Night 1 of DNC

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with former Obama speechwriter Terry Szuplat on what we might hear in Biden’s speech and how the president will pass the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris.
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
VIDEO: Looking ahead at Biden’s speech on Night 1 of DNC
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM

Beshear: 'Trump and Vance simply don't believe in your freedom'

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a one-time potential running mate for Harris, largely focused on reproductive rights during his DNC remarks.
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
VIDEO: Beshear: 'Trump and Vance simply don't believe in your freedom'
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM

Women share personal stories at the DNC of struggle, pain after Roe revoked

Three groups of people spoke about their personal stories dealing with the fallout from laws passed in states that banned abortions.
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
VIDEO: abortion rights
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM

Issue of immigration at center of DNC

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with former director of communications for Trump’s transition team, Bryan Lanza, and former congresswoman Heidi Heitkamp on expectations for the 2024 DNC.
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
VIDEO: Issue of immigration at center of DNC
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM

Jamie Raskin notes horrors of Jan. 6 while speaking at DNC

Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin, who was a member of House's Jan. 6 committee, warned about the "Banana Republicans who have converted Lincoln's party into a dangerous cult of personality."
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
VIDEO: Jamie Raskin notes horrors of Jan. 6 while speaking at DNC
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM

Hillary Clinton gets standing ovation as she fires up DNC crowd

"There is a lot of energy in this room just like there is a lot of energy in this country," Clinton said.
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
VIDEO: Hillary Clinton gets standing ovation as she fires up DNC crowd
August 20, 2024 at 2:32 AM

Clyburn calls Project 2025 'Jim Crow 2.0' in DNC Speech

South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn called Project 2025 "Jim Crow 2.0" during his remarks while drawing a comparison between Trump and Harris.
August 20, 2024 at 2:32 AM
VIDEO: Clyburn calls Project 2025 'Jim Crow 2.0' in DNC Speech
August 20, 2024 at 2:31 AM

Harris leading in polls ahead of Biden’s DNC opening night speech

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with ABC News contributors Donna Brazile and Reince Priebus about what viewers can expect from President Biden’s DNC speech and the overall convention.
August 20, 2024 at 2:31 AM
VIDEO: Harris leading in polls ahead of Biden’s DNC opening night speech
August 20, 2024 at 2:18 AM

New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks at the DNC

Ocasio-Cortez riled up the crowd when she went after Trump while urging voters to make history in electing Harris as president.
August 20, 2024 at 2:18 AM
VIDEO: FULL SPEECH: New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
August 20, 2024 at 2:09 AM

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul slams Trump

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul made several jabs at former President Donald Trump during her speech at the convention.
August 20, 2024 at 2:09 AM
VIDEO: NY Gov. Kathy Hochul slams Trump
August 20, 2024 at 2:01 AM

UAW president takes the DNC stage

United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain praised Vice President Kamala Harris for her years of supporting the UAW and for fighting for workers rights.
August 20, 2024 at 2:01 AM
VIDEO: UAW president takes the DNC stage
August 20, 2024 at 1:46 AM

Kamala Harris enters the arena on opening night of the DNC

Vice President Kamala Harris entered the arena ahead of President Joe Biden's keynote address on opening night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
August 20, 2024 at 1:46 AM
VIDEO: Kamala Harris enters the arena on opening night of the DNC
August 20, 2024 at 12:25 AM

Gun violence among top issues in DNC Platform

Delegates at the Democratic National Convention approved their platform Monday night and made efforts to curb gun violence a top priority.
August 20, 2024 at 12:25 AM
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks, at the Hendrick Center for Automotive Excellence in Raleigh, North Carolina, Aug. 16, 2024.
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 20, 2024 at 12:05 AM

4 arrested after some protesters breach security fence, police say

Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling Larry Snelling discusses the arrest of protesters outside of the DNC security perimeter.
August 20, 2024 at 12:05 AM
VIDEO: 4 arrested after some protesters breach security fence, police say
August 20, 2024 at 12:01 AM

Rev. Jesse Jackson gets a standing ovation

Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil rights leader and 1988 Democratic presidential candidate, received a standing ovation when he was wheeled on stage.
August 20, 2024 at 12:01 AM
VIDEO: Rev. Jesse Jackson gets a standing ovation
August 19, 2024 at 11:34 PM

Protests erupt as DNC kicks off Day 1

The Coalition to March on the DNC, representing over 200 activist organizations, gathered in support of Palestinians in Gaza on Monday. They estimated that about 15,000 people were present.
August 19, 2024 at 11:34 PM
VIDEO: Protests erupt as DNC kicks off Day 1
August 19, 2024 at 11:33 PM

Experts reflect on the past and future of the DNC

ABC News political contributor and former Trump Justice Dept. spokesperson Sarah Isgur and Democratic strategist and former special asst. to Pres. Biden Meghan Hays discuss the presidential picks.
August 19, 2024 at 11:33 PM
VIDEO: Experts reflect on the past and future of the DNC
August 19, 2024 at 11:33 PM

A sneak peek at the prominent speakers at the DNC

Senior Director of Communications for the Democratic National Convention Committee Matt Hill joins ABC New Live to discuss speakers at the DNC as Day 1 kicks off.
August 19, 2024 at 11:33 PM
VIDEO:  A sneak peek at the prominent speakers at the DNC
August 19, 2024 at 11:33 PM

Biden delivers prime-time speech at DNC

President Joe Biden passes the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris 29 days after he dropped his bid for reelection.
August 19, 2024 at 11:33 PM
VIDEO: Biden delivers prime-time speech at DNC
August 19, 2024 at 10:39 PM

Sen. Chris Murphy analyzes Vice President Harris' economic and immigration policies

"I believe it's an issue we can win on." Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy joins ABC News Live to discuss what he thinks of Vice President Harris' economic and immigration policies.
August 19, 2024 at 10:39 PM
VIDEO: Sen. Chris Murphy analyzes Vice President Harris' economic and immigration policies
August 19, 2024 at 10:14 PM

Biden to deliver keynote address at DNC

ABC News’ Mary Bruce and Jon Karl share what to expect from President Joe Biden’s speech on Monday at the Democratic National Convention and the current state of the Harris and Trump campaigns.
August 19, 2024 at 10:14 PM
VIDEO: Biden to deliver keynote address at DNC
August 19, 2024 at 9:29 PM

Congressman Gabe Amo on what to expect from Biden’s DNC speech

The Rhode Island congressman and former Biden administration official discusses Day One of the Democratic convention and the central theme of lowering health care costs.
August 19, 2024 at 9:29 PM
VIDEO: Congressman Gabe Amo on what to expect from Biden’s DNC speech
August 19, 2024 at 8:07 PM

Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester talks about what to expect at DNC

With the Democratic National Convention kicking off Monday, Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del., shares what can be expected this week.
August 19, 2024 at 8:07 PM
VIDEO: Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester talks about what to expect at DNC
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 7:40 PM

Greetings from the 2024 DNC in Chicago

538’s Nathaniel Rakich takes a look at the history of political conventions in the Windy City.
August 19, 2024 at 7:40 PM
538’s Nathaniel Rakich takes a look at the history of political conventions in the Windy City.
August 19, 2024 at 6:45 PM

Parkland shooting survivor David Hogg talks gun control, progressive youth at DNC

Hogg has since founded Leaders We Deserve, a grassroots organization dedicated to electing young progressives to Congress and state legislatures across the country.
August 19, 2024 at 6:45 PM
VIDEO: Parkland shooting survivor David Hogg talks gun control, progressive youth at DNC
August 19, 2024 at 6:26 PM

Democrats aim to show voters they can help environment, economy simultaneously

Climate change doesn't rank high on voters according to the polls, but Democrats hope to change that at the DNC.
August 19, 2024 at 6:26 PM
VIDEO: Democrats aim to show voters they can help environment, economy simultaneously
August 19, 2024 at 6:26 PM

Congresswoman Hayes believes Kamala Harris can get Democrats over finish line

The Connecticut congresswoman faces stiff competition in her district and said having Harris on the ticket brought great momentum to her campaign.
August 19, 2024 at 6:26 PM
VIDEO: Congresswoman Hayes believes Kamala Harris can get Democrats over finish line
August 19, 2024 at 5:12 PM

Heightened security at DNC as protesters descend upon Chicago

Law enforcement will face a major test on Monday when thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters are expected to march in Chicago during the first day of the Democratic National Convention.
August 19, 2024 at 5:12 PM
VIDEO: Heightened security at DNC as protesters descend upon Chicago
August 19, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Rep. Jennifer McClellan on Kamala Harris' momentum going into the DNC

McClellan, who is on the advisory board for the Harris campaign, addresses how she thinks the campaign can maintain the party's newfound momentum as the election draws closer.
August 19, 2024 at 5:01 PM
VIDEO: Rep. Jennifer McClellan on Kamala Harris' momentum going into the DNC
August 19, 2024 at 4:58 PM

Heated exchange between Democratic and Republican strategists

Democratic strategist Kaivan Shroff and Republican strategist Alfonso Aguilar squared off promoting their respective parties as the DNC is about to begin.
August 19, 2024 at 4:58 PM
VIDEO: Heated exchange between Democratic and Republican strategists
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 2:54 PM

Biden set to speak at DNC, pass the torch to Kamala Harris

Democratic strategist Laura Fink and former senior adviser to Vivek Ramaswamy Tricia McLaughlin discuss the upcoming Democratic convention where President Joe Biden is set to address the nation.
August 19, 2024 at 2:54 PM
VIDEO: Biden set to speak at DNC, pass the torch to Kamala Harris
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.