DNC 2024 Day 4 live updates: Harris says she will 'fight for America's future'

Harris set her agenda in a rousing speech at the DNC.

ByAlexandra Hutzler, Ivan Pereira, Meredith Deliso, Tal Axelrod, and Brittany Gaddy
Last Updated: August 22, 2024, 11:30 PM EDT

The moment that millions around the country have been waiting for took place Thursday at the Democratic National Convention as Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the nomination for the presidency.

Harris took the stage to a roaring standing ovation and soon set her agenda in a rousing speech.

Whether it was immigration, reproductive rights or foreign security, the vice president showcased a sharp contrast in policies to former President Donald Trump.

Harris's speech was preceded by a who's who of leaders from both sides of the aisle who all made the case that she is the best person to be the nation's leader.

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Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris takes the stage on Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, Aug. 22, 2024.
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    Aug 22, 2024, 10:37 PM EDT

    Harris wishes husband a happy anniversary

    Harris thanked her husband, second gentleman Doug Emhoff, for being an "incredible" partner and father and wished him a happy 10th anniversary as he watched her from the crowd.

    "I love you so very much," she said.

    Harris thanked her husband, second gentleman Doug Emhoff, for being an "incredible" partner and father and wished him a happy 10th anniversary as he watched her from the crowd.
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    Kamala Harris wishes husband a happy anniversary at the DNC

    Harris thanked her husband, second gentleman Doug Emhoff, for being an "incredible" partner and father and wished him a happy 10th anniversary as he watched her from the crowd.
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    Aug 22, 2024, 10:37 PM EDT

    Harris thanks Biden

    The vice president thanked Biden for his service nothing that "history will show and your character is inspiring."

    Aug 22, 2024, 10:33 PM EDT

    Harris walks out to her campaign's anthem "Freedom"

    The vice president walked on stage to the Beyonce song. She is receiving a long ovation from the crowd.

    Aug 22, 2024, 10:32 PM EDT

    Harris takes the stage to a standing ovation

    Harris walked onto the stage to a roaring crowd who gave her a standing ovation.

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