DNC 2024 Day 3 live updates: Walz tells Democrats to 'leave it on the field'

Walz introduced himself to the country and touted his accomplishments.

ByAlexandra Hutzler, Ivan Pereira, Meredith Deliso, Tal Axelrod, and Brittany Gaddy
Last Updated: August 21, 2024, 6:54 PM EDT

The third night of the Democratic National Convention continued the themes of joy and freedom.

A who's who of speakers, including a surprise speech from Oprah Winfrey, headlined the night aimed to showcase vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.

"Coach Walz" brought his energy to the crowd touting his and Vice President Kamala Harris' vision for the future of the country.

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Minnesota Governor and Democratic vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz stands onstage with his daughter Hope, son Gus and wife Gwen Walz after he spoke at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, August 21, 2024.
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    6:48 PM EDT

    Cory Booker pays tribute to Bill Pascrell

    The New Jersey senator took a moment to reflect on Rep. Bill Pascrell, who died Wednesday at the age of 87. Pascrell served in Congress for 14 terms.

    "Today while we're heartbroken, we're all people who can hold loss and joy in our hearts because we are sad for his loss but we celebrate his life," Booker said. "Let's give him a round of applause."

    Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) speaks on Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Aug. 21, 2024.
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    6:43 PM EDT

    Chicago police investigating DNC breakfast incident

    Chicago police and the FBI are investigating an incident at a DNC breakfast Wednesday morning, according to ABC Chicago station WLS.

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    One victim was treated and released at the scene, police said.

    The Fairmont Chicago hotel, the site of the incident, released a statement confirming that "a group of individuals caused a disruption at a DNC-related breakfast event at our hotel this morning." The hotel thanked law enforcement for its "swift response."

    -ABC News’ Ben Stein

    6:35 PM EDT

    Bill Clinton speech to be hopeful with jabs aimed at Trump: Source

    Former President Clinton's address at the DNC will be hopeful and aspirational, according to a source familiar with its contents.

    The source also said it will include fiery, newsworthy jabs aimed at former President Donald Trump and will highlight the qualities that make for a responsible, qualified commander in chief in the nation's highest office.

    The speech is expected to highlight the striking differences in vision, experience and temperament between Harris and Trump, underscoring the vice president's story and what her candidacy means for the nation.

    Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Bill Clinton mark the 30th anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act during an event in the East Room of the White House on Feb. 2, 2023, in Washington.
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    -ABC News' Gabrielle Abdul-Hakim

    6:31 PM EDT

    Night 3 of the DNC kicks off

    The third night of the DNC is officially underway, with New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker calling the convention to order.

    A general view during the Ceremonial Roll Call of States on the second day of the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 20, 2024 in Chicago.
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    The theme is "A fight for our freedoms" and will feature speeches from former President Bill Clinton and Walz, as he accepts the party's nomination for vice president.