The year 2024 has turned out to be an eventful election year. With President Joe Biden withdrawing and Vice President Kamala Harris facing off against Donald Trump, this year’s presidential election is shaping up to be a real battle.
Now, top party leaders will gather in Chicago for the 2024 Democratic National Convention. While details of this year’s schedule are still being kept under wraps, voters will get an up-close look at Vice President Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
The candidates are expected to formally accept their nominations and address the audience. Walz is expected to speak on Wednesday (Aug. 21), while Harris will close the convention on Thursday (Aug. 22).
Several lawmakers will also be making an appearance at the convention, including President Biden, who will speak on Monday evening (August 19).
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed the news, adding: “He’s eager to, as he usually does, speak directly to the American people, talk about the moment we’re in, what’s at stake, and continue to talk about an issue that’s incredibly important to him, which is unity,” according to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. The Independent.
alphabet Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton are also reportedly scheduled to speak at the convention next week.
When does the 2024 Democratic National Convention start?
The 2024 Democratic National Convention will take place in Chicago beginning on Monday, August 19 and running through Thursday, August 22.
According to the DNC schedule, main programming will take place beginning at 6:30/5:30c on Monday. Programming will resume at 7/6c Tuesday through Thursday.
How to watch the Democratic National Convention:
Hulu will stream the Democratic National Convention via ABC News. A Live TV subscription will not be required to tune in.
The Democratic National Convention will also be broadcast on CBS, CNN and MSNBC. Those who wish to watch these networks on Hulu can upgrade their subscription to Live TV.
The event can also be followed via streaming at Amazon Prime Video, Apple TVand RokuTV.
The Democratic National Convention will also offer a live broadcast of the event on its website and on all of their social media platforms.
