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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.
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM

What to expect when Trump and Harris go head-to-head

ABC News' Mary Alice Parks explores how the Harris-Walz ticket hopes to energize young female voters amid race and gender attacks from Trump.
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
VIDEO: What to expect when Trump and Harris go head-to-head
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 12:18 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 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 9:28 PM

Differences between the Democratic, Republican support towards their candidates

Democratic strategist Zac Petkanas and Matt Gorman, former communications advisor to Sen. Tim Scott, discuss the differences between the Republican and Democratic support for their candidates.
August 19, 2024 at 9:28 PM
VIDEO: Differences between the Democratic, Republican support towards their candidates
August 19, 2024 at 9:27 PM

Do voters know what Harris stands for? | 538 Politics Podcast

538's Galen Druke discusses Harris' policy positions, or the lack thereof, with senior elections analyst Geoffrey Skelley, and whether this could be an advantage for her.
August 19, 2024 at 9:27 PM
Do voters know what Harris stands for? | 538 Politics Podcast
August 19, 2024 at 7:59 PM

Harris campaign spokesperson explains how race changed since Biden dropped out

Kevin Munoz, a Harris campaign spokesperson, discusses the campaign's reaction to President Joe Biden dropping out of the race and the transition toward Vice President Kamala Harris as nominee.
August 19, 2024 at 7:59 PM
VIDEO: Harris campaign spokesperson explains how race changed since Biden dropped out
August 19, 2024 at 7:51 PM

Harris plans to tackle inflation. Economists say the fight is nearly over.

Inflation stands below 3% for the first time since 2021.
August 19, 2024 at 7:51 PM
Democratic presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to reporters outside of Primanti Bros. Restaurant, Aug. 18, 2024, in Moon Township, Pa.
August 19, 2024 at 7:06 PM

Kamala Harris is a stepmom of 2: What to know about her family

Harris met her husband, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, in her 40s.
August 19, 2024 at 7:06 PM
Doug Emhoff, Vice President Elect Kamala Harris, Cole Emhoff,  Ella Emhoff, and Vice President Mike Pence stand at the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden in Washington, DC, Jan. 20, 2021.
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 5:01 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 4:56 PM

Human Rights Campaign president weighs in on Harris campaign, war in Gaza

Kelley Robinson, president of the Human Rights Campaign, discusses the endorsement for the Harris campaign and the expected pro-Palestinian protesters outside the Democratic convention.
August 19, 2024 at 4:56 PM
VIDEO: Human Rights Campaign president weighs in on Harris campaign, war in Gaza
August 19, 2024 at 4:56 PM

Democratic, Republican strategists discuss current state of the race

Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky and Republican strategist Tricia McLaughlin converse on the current state of the presidential race and the latest poll numbers.
August 19, 2024 at 4:56 PM
VIDEO: Democratic, Republican strategist discuss current state of the race
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 2:54 PM

Harris surging across the Sunbelt, polls show

538 podcast host Galen Druke breaks down the latest ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll numbers showing Vice President Kamala Harris leading nationally, and in key battleground states.
August 19, 2024 at 2:54 PM
VIDEO: Harris surging across the sunbelt: Polls
August 19, 2024 at 2:24 PM

Democrats take Chicago as DNC starts

Vice President Kamala Harris touched down in the Windy City to kick off the Democratic National Convention with a narrow polling lead over former President Donald Trump.
August 19, 2024 at 2:24 PM
VIDEO: Democrats take Chicago as DNC starts
August 19, 2024 at 2:15 PM

Here's what economists think of Harris' economic agenda

Proposals include a ban on grocery price gouging and subsidy for homebuyers.
August 19, 2024 at 2:15 PM
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks on Medicare drug price negotiations, at an event with U.S. President Joe Biden in Prince George's County, Md., Aug. 15, 2024.
August 19, 2024 at 12:35 PM

Harris erases Trump lead nationally and in battleground states: Poll

Vice President Kamala Harris leads by five points among all adults in a new ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll.
August 19, 2024 at 12:35 PM
VIDEO: Harris erases Trump lead nationally and in battleground states: Poll
August 19, 2024 at 2:23 AM

Unmoved by Harris replacing Biden, pro-Palestinian protesters plan to march on DNC

Pro-Palestinian voices both inside and outside the Democratic National Convention plan to make their voices heard at this year's gathering.
August 19, 2024 at 2:23 AM
Pro-Palestinian protesters are demonstrating outside City Hall in Chicago,  August 15, 2024. Demonstrators are feeling outraged over the city's restrictions on the ''March On the DNC'' protest permits during next week's 2024 Democratic National Convention. Some of the conditions are including no stages or platforms, portable restrooms or toilets, tents or canopies, or sound equipment.
August 19, 2024 at 1:55 AM

Harris and Walz campaign hits Pennsylvania ahead of DNC

Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Gov. Tim Walz, stumped in Pennsylvania ahead of the DNC. ABC News' White House correspondent Mary Alice Parks reports.
August 19, 2024 at 1:55 AM
VIDEO: Harris and Walz campaign hits Pennsylvania ahead of DNC
August 18, 2024 at 10:39 PM

New poll shows Harris leads Trump overall before start of DNC

The ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll shows Kamala Harris is leading Donald Trump in a head-to-head matchup among key groups, but Trump maintains a lead among voters on the economy and immigration.
August 18, 2024 at 10:39 PM
VIDEO: New poll shows Harris leads Trump overall before start of DNC
August 18, 2024 at 10:36 PM

Harris and Trump campaigns focus on battleground states

Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz will be on a “bus tour” with multiple stops in southwestern Pennsylvania. Donald Trump was also in Pennsylvania, holding a rally Saturday night.
August 18, 2024 at 10:36 PM
VIDEO: Harris and Trump campaigns focus on battleground states
August 18, 2024 at 10:35 PM

VP Harris delivers remarks at campaign stop in Pennsylvania

Vice President Kamala Harris stops in Rochester, Pennsylvania, while on the campaign trail ahead of the DNC, saying: "Our country is going to be as strong as our willingness to fight for it."
August 18, 2024 at 10:35 PM
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August 18, 2024 at 5:41 PM

The Breakdown: Trump’s lead has been ‘entirely erased’

ABC News Washington Bureau Chief Rick Klein breaks down the brand new ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll on “This Week.”
August 18, 2024 at 5:41 PM
VIDEO: The Breakdown: Trump’s lead has been ‘entirely erased’
August 18, 2024 at 5:40 PM

Swing state voters weigh in on the transformed campaign

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz is on the road talking to voters in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin on “This Week.”
August 18, 2024 at 5:40 PM
VIDEO: Swing state voters weigh in on the transformed campaign
August 18, 2024 at 5:39 PM

Harris is trying to ‘divorce herself from the Biden administration’: Reince Priebus

Former party leaders Donna Brazile and Reince Priebus preview the Democratic National Convention on “This Week.”
August 18, 2024 at 5:39 PM
VIDEO: Harris is trying to ‘divorce herself from the Biden administration’: Reince Priebus
August 18, 2024 at 4:37 PM

President Biden and first lady to make 'strong case' for Harris at DNC Monday

A senior DNCC spokesperson confirms that President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will speak at the Democratic National convention on Monday night.
August 18, 2024 at 4:37 PM
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden disembark from Air Force One at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in Kenner, Louisiana, Aug. 13, 2024.
August 18, 2024 at 4:24 PM

Harris and Walz launch their 1st bus tour through western Pennsylvania

Harris and Walz launch their 1st bus tour through western Pennsylvania.
August 18, 2024 at 4:24 PM
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her running mate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz greet the crowd during a campaign event in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Aug. 7, 2024.
August 18, 2024 at 4:23 PM

Harris leads Trump overall but not on handling of the economy: POLL

Vice President Kamala Harris is bolstered by vast improvements over President Joe Biden in enthusiasm and perceived readiness for the job.
August 18, 2024 at 4:23 PM
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris walks on stage in the overflow room after speaking at Prince George's Community College in Largo, MD, Aug. 15, 2024.
August 18, 2024 at 2:32 AM

Trump claims he's 'better looking,' continues personal attacks toward Harris

Donald Trump railed against Kamala Harris during his Pennsylvania rally, calling himself "better looking."
August 18, 2024 at 2:32 AM
BEDMINSTER, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 15:  Republican presidential candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump holds a news conference outside the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on August 15, 2024 in Bedminster, New Jersey. Trump's campaign leaders announced they were expanding his staff as the reelection campaign heads in to its final few months. (Photo by Adam Gray/Getty Images)
August 18, 2024 at 1:13 AM

Candidates make battleground swing in Pennsylvania

In the days before the Democratic National Convention, the race for the White House is intensifying with both campaigns turning their attention to the must-win state of Pennsylvania.
August 18, 2024 at 1:13 AM
VIDEO: Candidates make battleground swing in Pennsylvania
August 17, 2024 at 8:38 PM

Pro-Palestinian 'uncommitted' movement at a standstill with top Dems as DNC begins

Supporters of the “uncommitted” protest-vote movement sparked by dissatisfaction with President Joe Biden’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war could play a large role in the Democratic National Convention, with raucous protests expected outside and poten...
August 17, 2024 at 8:38 PM
Bishara Bahbah, national chairman for Arab Americans for Trump, answers questions during an interview, Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, in Dearborn, Mich. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)
August 17, 2024 at 7:12 PM

What does Kamala Harris need to do before the Democratic National Convention

ABC News’ White House Correspondent MaryAlice Parks and Contributing Political Correspondent Rachael Bade take a closer look at this week's political headlines.
August 17, 2024 at 7:12 PM
VIDEO: What does Kamala Harris need to do before the Democratic National Convention
August 17, 2024 at 7:07 PM

Kamala Harris unveils economic plan

Both Vice President Harris and Former President Trump are turning their attention to the key swing state of Pennsylvania.
August 17, 2024 at 7:07 PM
VIDEO: Kamala Harris unveils economic plan
August 17, 2024 at 5:58 PM

Harris and Trump both head to Pennsylvania

As Democrats prep for convention in Chicago, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump both head to the key swing state of Pennsylvania.
August 17, 2024 at 5:58 PM
VIDEO: Harris and Trump both head to Pennsylvania
August 17, 2024 at 1:46 AM

Analyzing Harris’ plan to end price gouging and create tax credits for families

ABC News’ Phil Lipof spoke with Elizabeth Schulze to analyze Harris’ proposed economic plan for middle-class incomes and tax relief efforts in an attempt to end price gouging.
August 17, 2024 at 1:46 AM
VIDEO: Analyzing Harris’ plan to end price gouging and create tax credits for families
August 17, 2024 at 1:26 AM

Harris unveils economic plan, promises 'opportunity'

The vice president made her first major policy speech on voters' top concern and presented herself as a champion of the middle class. She also attacked former President Trump's tariff plan.
August 17, 2024 at 1:26 AM
VIDEO: Harris unveils economic plan, promises 'opportunity'
August 16, 2024 at 10:49 PM

Vice President Harris lays out her economic agenda just days before the DNC

Chicago will begin hosting the Democratic National Convention on Monday. Kamala Harris is expected to target middle-class voters with home ownership options. Economist Mark Zandi gives his take.
August 16, 2024 at 10:49 PM
VIDEO: Vice President Harris lays out her economic agenda just days before the DNC
August 16, 2024 at 10:49 PM

VP Harris reveals first major policy announcements

Ahead of next week’s Democratic Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris lays out her economic agenda.
August 16, 2024 at 10:49 PM
VIDEO: VP Harris reveals first major policy announcements
August 16, 2024 at 10:08 PM

Harris unveils 'opportunity economy' plan in 1st major policy rollout of her campaign

Vice President Kamala Harris outlined her economic agenda in remarks from North Carolina on Friday, saying she would build an "opportunity economy."
August 16, 2024 at 10:08 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 16, 2024 at 7:57 PM

Fact-checking Harris 'opportunity economy' agenda

She proposed a crackdown on grocery "price gouging" and for more housing units.
August 16, 2024 at 7:57 PM
VIDEO: Fact-checking Harris 'opportunity economy' agenda
August 16, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Housing expert Ralph McLaughlin discusses Kamala Harris' economic plan

Vice President Kamala Harris will soon detail a new economic policy that will include down-payment assistance for new homebuyers.
August 16, 2024 at 7:01 PM
VIDEO: Housing expert Ralph McLaughlin discusses Kamala Harris' economic plan
August 16, 2024 at 6:23 PM

ABC News presidential debate to be at Nat'l Constitution Center in Philadelphia

The presidential debate set to be held by ABC News will be held at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, the network announced on Friday.
August 16, 2024 at 6:23 PM
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.
August 16, 2024 at 5:57 PM

Can Harris win back Biden's Israel-Gaza critics?

What are Kamala Harris's views on Israel, and will pro-Palestinian "uncommitted" voters prefer her over Joe Biden?
August 16, 2024 at 5:57 PM
People gather to protest a campaign event for Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris on Aug. 14, 2024 in New York City.
August 16, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Kamala Harris set to lay out economic plan

Harris' proposed plan includes bans on corporate price gouging on food and groceries, down payment support for first-time homeowners and tax-credits for families with newborns.
August 16, 2024 at 5:03 PM
VIDEO: Kamala Harris set to lay out economic plan
August 16, 2024 at 3:37 PM

Harris to back grocery price-gouging ban. Here's how it would work

Economists who spoke to ABC News disagreed sharply over the measure.
August 16, 2024 at 3:37 PM
People shop at a grocery store on August 14, 2024 in New York City.
August 16, 2024 at 2:40 PM

Harris and Biden reunite on campaign trail

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to unveil her economic agenda in North Carolina on Friday, one day after appearing with President Joe Biden for the first time since he dropped out of the race.
August 16, 2024 at 2:40 PM
VIDEO: Harris and Biden reunite on campaign trail
August 16, 2024 at 2:22 PM

They look like — and link to — real news articles. But they're actually Harris ads

A Harris advertising campaign that uses Google search is prompting some concerns among news outlets about their work being co-opted for political purposes
August 16, 2024 at 2:22 PM