President Joe Biden delivered a passionate endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency at the Democratic National Convention (DNC), highlighting her accomplishments and potential while criticizing former President Donald Trump. Biden’s endorsement comes at a crucial time as recent polls suggest a shift in the political landscape, with Harris gaining momentum against Trump in key states.
As the Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s campaign is using billboards to highlight the state’s legalization of cannabis under Democratic leadership, signaling the issue’s growing importance in the 2024 election. The move underscores the party’s strategy to leverage cannabis reform as a key electoral issue, especially with the nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris, a vocal supporter of legalization, for the presidential race.
Despite mounting pressure for President Biden to step down, the Democratic National Convention platform explicitly assumes he will run for re-election, cementing Vice President Kamala Harris’s role as the presumptive nominee. Harris delivered a surprise speech at the convention praising Biden’s leadership. This comes after a turbulent period where Biden’s performance raised questions about his re-election bid.
In a passionate speech at the Democratic National Convention, President Joe Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee, highlighting their administration’s achievements and contrasting them with former President Donald Trump’s record. Biden lauded their economic progress, highlighted Harris’ role in lowering prescription drug prices, and criticized Trump’s rhetoric about America’s decline.
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers is introducing a bill to block funding for UN agencies that restrict Israel’s participation in global affairs. This move comes amid anti-Israel protests at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where demonstrators are calling for policy changes on Gaza. The bill aims to reaffirm US support for Israel and counter the perceived bias against Israel at the UN.
As the Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, the city is bracing for a week of protests, primarily focused on opposing Israel. Demonstrators are expected to clash with police, leading to heightened security measures around the convention center and throughout the city.
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) projected images on Trump Tower in Chicago, highlighting the contrast between the Democratic ticket of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, and the Republican ticket of former President Donald Trump and Ohio Sen. JD Vance. The projections focused on ‘Project 2025,’ a political initiative from the Heritage Foundation, which the Democrats are framing as detrimental to working families and a power grab for Trump. The event took place ahead of the Democratic National Convention, where the party hopes to build on recent polling gains.
The Democratic National Convention (DNC) is set to take place in Chicago from August 19-22, 2024. This event will see the official nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate for the 2024 election. The convention will feature speeches from prominent Democrats, including President Joe Biden, former President Barack Obama, and Hillary Clinton, as well as protests and demonstrations from various groups.
The Democratic National Convention is just around the corner, and the party is buzzing with excitement after a massive rally in Philadelphia featuring the Harris-Walz ticket. The event showcased the unity and energy Democrats need to win in November, while Vice President Harris emphasized the challenges ahead and outlined her vision for the future.
President Biden has announced he will not seek re-election in 2024, creating a shake-up in the Democratic race. He has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s presidential nominee. While some delegates are expressing support for Harris, it remains uncertain whether they will all shift their votes to her, as the Democratic National Convention approaches.
