Updated Aug 20, 2024 - Politics & Policy
In photos: Highlights from day 1 of Democrats' convention
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Vice President Kamala Harris onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 19, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Photo: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images
Vice President Kamala Harris thanked President Biden during a surprise appearance at the Democratic National Convention on Monday night, ahead of officially accepting the Democratic presidential nomination later this week.
The big picture: "Joe, thank you for your historic leadership, for your lifetime of service to our nation, and for all you will continue to do, we are forever grateful to you," said Harris of Biden, who spoke at the DNC late Monday. Other speakers included former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and United Automobile Workers president Shawn Fain.
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Editor's note: This article has been updated with more photos and further details from the DNC.
