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How Kamala Harris is navigating her historic run for president in a post-Obama world

Wednesday, August 21 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- When then-Sen. Barack Obama took the stage on Aug. 28, 2008, to accept the Democratic nomination for president, he did not mention the historic nature of his run. While he gave a nod to his midwestern middle-class upbringing and his Kenyan roots,... Read More.

Hillary Clinton to speak at DNC as Harris looks to make history as 1st female president

Tuesday, August 20 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke Monday on the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where later this week Vice President Kamala Harris will formally accept the party's nomination for president.Harris will be the second woman in history... Read More.

President Biden and first lady to make strong case to elect Harris at DNC on Monday night

Saturday, August 17 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Monday night, a senior DNCC spokesperson confirmed.Their speeches will "make a strong case to elect Harris," the spokesperson said."We are so excited to honor... Read More.

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigns months after college protests

Thursday, August 15 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Columbia University President Minouche Shafik announced her immediate resignation Wednesday, months after college protests over the Israel-Hamas war gripped the campus."I write with sadness to tell you that I am stepping down as president of Columbia University," Shafik wrote in a... Read More.

Trump voiced labor-friendly views in meeting with Teamsters before union president spoke at RNC

Wednesday, August 14 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Vice President Kamala Harris has received endorsements from most of the nation's top labor unions, with a key exception: The International Brotherhood of Teamsters.Teamsters President Sean O'Brien, who leads the union of 1.3 million members, drew attention last month when he... Read More.

JD Vance absolutely sure Trump thinks he could be president if needed

Saturday, August 10 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Sen. JD Vance affirmed former President Donald Trump's assertion that the vice presidential pick doesn’t matter to the vast majority of voters. However, Vance stressed he's "absolutely" sure Trump is confident he could step up as commander in chief if needed."Trump... Read More.

Vice President Kamala Harris nears the end of search for running mate — with the choice in her hands

Saturday, August 3 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) --Suspense is building as Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate selection announcement nears -- with the process now resting in her own hands as of Friday, a person familiar tells ABC News.The vetting, led by former Attorney General Eric Holder and his team... Read More.

How to watch President Bidens speech tonight on dropping out of the 2024 race

Wednesday, July 24 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- President Joe Biden will deliver an Oval Office address on Wednesday night on his decision not to seek reelection and how he plans to finish his tenure as commander in chief.What time is President Biden's address from the Oval Office?Biden said he... Read More.

Read President Joe Bidens full letter announcing hes leaving 2024 race

Sunday, July 21 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- President Joe Biden announced to the nation on Sunday that he is "standing down" from running in the 2024 presidential race.The news comes as several top Democratic voices called for him to step aside from his bid for reelection after a shaky... Read More.

Worst president: Donald Trump reacts to President Joe Biden dropping out of 2024 election

Sunday, July 21 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Former President Donald Trump swiftly reacted to President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 election, saying his former opponent was "not fit to run."Trump issued his statement on Truth Social, writing, "Crooked Joe Biden was not fit to run for President, and... Read More.

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