At the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, President Joe Biden was met with an emotional standing ovation that left many, including the President himself, visibly moved. The outpouring of support began as Biden was escorted to the stage by his daughter, Ashley Biden, following a speech by First Lady Jill Biden.
As he took the podium, a wave of applause washed over the crowd, continuing for over four minutes. Clearly touched by the gesture, Biden embraced his daughter and seemed to wipe away tears. The emotional scene extended to other members of the Biden family, who were visibly moved in the VIP suite, according to CNN.
In his address, Biden began by expressing his gratitude to Jill Biden, calling her the family’s “rock”. This statement sparked another standing ovation for the First Lady. The crowd continued to show their support, chanting “We love Joe” and holding signs expressing their affection. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) was even spotted among the crowd, also holding a sign.
The President’s speech comes after calls for him to step down from the race were made by key members of his party, including lawmakers, donors, and voters, just a month ago. Earlier in the day, several convention speakers expressed their thanks to Biden for his service to the country.
The Democratic National Convention, held in Chicago, is a significant event celebrating the nomination of the Kamala Harris/Tim Walz ticket for the upcoming presidential election. It features appearances from former presidents and political stars, making it a major event in the lead-up to the fall election. The event is taking place at the United Center, home of the NBA’s Chicago Bulls and NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks.
