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Illinois voters discuss the Harris-Biden switch, her historic candidacy and more

Several Democratic voters described to ABC News feeling relief when President Biden dropped out of the race and gave their thoughts on Kamala Harris' candidacy.
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Illinois voters speak to ABC News about the 2024 election as the Democratic National Convention unfolds in Chicago.
August 21, 2024 at 7:42 PM

DNC speakers claim Biden inherited broken economy. Economists say it's more complex

Economy was no longer in recession but Biden advanced recovery, experts said.
August 21, 2024 at 7:42 PM
Former President Barack Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Aug. 20, 2024.
August 20, 2024 at 3:54 PM

Harris is starting to rebuild the Biden coalition

Amid the DNC, we look at how Kamala Harris's support among Black and Hispanic voters, young voters, women, men and non-college-educated white voters compares with Biden.
August 20, 2024 at 3:54 PM
538 took a deep dive into Harris's polling numbers
August 20, 2024 at 3:11 PM

Biden proposes billionaire's tax, aid for homebuyers. Here's what experts think.

Biden vowed to raise taxes on the wealthy and help the middle class.
August 20, 2024 at 3:11 PM
President Joe Biden delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber in Washington, Mar. 7, 2024.
August 20, 2024 at 1:55 PM

Biden makes keynote address at Democratic National Convention

In his speech, President Joe Biden reflected on his four years as president and his decision to "pass the torch" to Vice President Kamala Harris.
August 20, 2024 at 1:55 PM
VIDEO: Biden makes keynote address at Democratic National Convention
August 20, 2024 at 1:03 PM

Biden praises Harris during DNC speech

ABC News’ Jon Karl and Rachel Scott provide analysis on how President Joe Biden’s address will impact his legacy and the Trump campaign’s reaction to his speech.
August 20, 2024 at 1:03 PM
VIDEO: Biden praises Harris during DNC speech
August 20, 2024 at 12:15 PM

Biden delivers the keynote on his political career: ANALYSIS

"America, America, I gave my best to you," Biden said.
August 20, 2024 at 12:15 PM
President Joe Biden speaks onstage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 19, 2024 in Chicago.
August 20, 2024 at 8:58 AM

DNC Day 1 Highlights: Biden passes torch to Harris, Hillary Clinton speaks

Democrats gathered in Chicago to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as their presidential candidate to take on former President Donald Trump.
August 20, 2024 at 8:58 AM
Democrats gathered in Chicago to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as their presidential candidate to take on former President Donald Trump.
August 20, 2024 at 8:17 AM

Joe Biden’s full speech at the DNC

The current president delivered the closing speech during the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
August 20, 2024 at 8:17 AM
VIDEO: Joe Biden’s full speech at the DNC
August 20, 2024 at 4:16 AM

Biden: 'Are you ready to vote for freedom?'

Biden kicked off his DNC remarks after a long standing ovation from the crowd peppered with cheers of "We love Joe!" and "Thank you, Joe!"
August 20, 2024 at 4:16 AM
VIDEO: Biden: 'Are you ready to vote for freedom?'
August 20, 2024 at 4:16 AM

Ashley Biden calls president the 'O.G. girl dad' during DNC introduction

"He wasn't just a girl dad. I could see that he valued and trusted women," she said.
August 20, 2024 at 4:16 AM
VIDEO: Ashley Biden calls president the 'O.G. girl dad' during DNC introduction
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM

Looking ahead at Biden’s speech on Night 1 of DNC

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with former Obama speechwriter Terry Szuplat on what we might hear in Biden’s speech and how the president will pass the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris.
August 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
VIDEO: Looking ahead at Biden’s speech on Night 1 of DNC
August 20, 2024 at 12:18 AM

DNC adopts platform that echoes Biden more than Harris, no arms embargo on Israel

Biden is mentioned 287 times while Harris is mentioned 32 times.
August 20, 2024 at 12:18 AM
Minyon Moore, Chair of the 2024 Democratic National Convention Committee and Jaime R. Harrison, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, open Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention, in Chicago, Aug. 19, 2024.
August 19, 2024 at 11:33 PM

Biden delivers prime-time speech at DNC

President Joe Biden passes the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris 29 days after he dropped his bid for reelection.
August 19, 2024 at 11:33 PM
VIDEO: Biden delivers prime-time speech at DNC
August 19, 2024 at 10:14 PM

Biden to deliver keynote address at DNC

ABC News’ Mary Bruce and Jon Karl share what to expect from President Joe Biden’s speech on Monday at the Democratic National Convention and the current state of the Harris and Trump campaigns.
August 19, 2024 at 10:14 PM
VIDEO: Biden to deliver keynote address at DNC
August 19, 2024 at 9:29 PM

Congressman Gabe Amo on what to expect from Biden’s DNC speech

The Rhode Island congressman and former Biden administration official discusses Day One of the Democratic convention and the central theme of lowering health care costs.
August 19, 2024 at 9:29 PM
VIDEO: Congressman Gabe Amo on what to expect from Biden’s DNC speech
August 19, 2024 at 9:26 PM

House Republicans' Biden impeachment report is a 'pathetic show,' Rep. Raskin says

House Republicans released a nearly 300-page impeachment inquiry report on President Joe Biden with no bombshells.
August 19, 2024 at 9:26 PM
VIDEO: House Republicans' Biden impeachment report is a 'pathetic show,' Rep. Raskin says
August 19, 2024 at 9:22 PM

House Republicans issue Biden impeachment report filled with familiar allegations

House Republicans released a nearly 300-page impeachment inquiry report on President Joe Biden with no bombshells.
August 19, 2024 at 9:22 PM
President Joe Biden in the White House in Washington, D.C., on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024. (PHOTO: Annabelle Gordon/CNP/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
August 19, 2024 at 2:54 PM

Biden set to speak at DNC, pass the torch to Kamala Harris

Democratic strategist Laura Fink and former senior adviser to Vivek Ramaswamy Tricia McLaughlin discuss the upcoming Democratic convention where President Joe Biden is set to address the nation.
August 19, 2024 at 2:54 PM
VIDEO: Biden set to speak at DNC, pass the torch to Kamala Harris
August 19, 2024 at 11:56 AM

Biden to have his DNC moment with opening night speech

President Biden will play a starkly different role at the Democratic National Convention what was expected just weeks ago as he stepped aside and endorsed Kamala Harris.
August 19, 2024 at 11:56 AM
President Joe Biden speaks at Tulane University, Aug. 13, 2024, in New Orleans.
August 18, 2024 at 5:39 PM

Harris is trying to ‘divorce herself from the Biden administration’: Reince Priebus

Former party leaders Donna Brazile and Reince Priebus preview the Democratic National Convention on “This Week.”
August 18, 2024 at 5:39 PM
VIDEO: Harris is trying to ‘divorce herself from the Biden administration’: Reince Priebus
August 18, 2024 at 4:37 PM

President Biden and first lady to make 'strong case' for Harris at DNC Monday

A senior DNCC spokesperson confirms that President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will speak at the Democratic National convention on Monday night.
August 18, 2024 at 4:37 PM
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden disembark from Air Force One at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in Kenner, Louisiana, Aug. 13, 2024.
August 17, 2024 at 1:53 AM

Biden: Israel-Hamas cease-fire deal 'closer than we’re ever been'

On the second day of truce talks in Doha, the U.S., Egypt and Qatar expressed hope that an agreement could be finalized as soon as next week. It comes as violence continues in Gaza and the West Bank.
August 17, 2024 at 1:53 AM
VIDEO: Biden: Israel-Hamas cease-fire deal 'closer than we’re ever been'
August 16, 2024 at 6:25 PM

Biden signs proclamation establishing Springfield 1908 Race Riot Monument

He emphasized what he said was the importance of "rewriting history."
August 16, 2024 at 6:25 PM
President Joe Biden crosses his fingers as he speaks to reporters after signing a proclamation to designate the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument at the White House in Washington, Aug. 16, 2024.
August 16, 2024 at 5:57 PM

Can Harris win back Biden's Israel-Gaza critics?

What are Kamala Harris's views on Israel, and will pro-Palestinian "uncommitted" voters prefer her over Joe Biden?
August 16, 2024 at 5:57 PM
People gather to protest a campaign event for Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris on Aug. 14, 2024 in New York City.
August 16, 2024 at 2:40 PM

Harris and Biden reunite on campaign trail

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to unveil her economic agenda in North Carolina on Friday, one day after appearing with President Joe Biden for the first time since he dropped out of the race.
August 16, 2024 at 2:40 PM
VIDEO: Harris and Biden reunite on campaign trail
August 16, 2024 at 1:08 PM

'Thank you, Joe' chants break out at 1st joint Biden, Harris event since exiting race

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris held their first joint event since Biden exited the 2024 race and endorsed her to take his place atop the Democratic ticket.
August 16, 2024 at 1:08 PM
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris finish speaking about their administration's efforts to lower prescription drug costs during an event at Prince George's Community College in Largo, Md., Aug. 15, 2024.
August 16, 2024 at 5:26 AM

Harris, Biden announce Medicare price cuts for prescription drugs

Pres. Biden and VP Harris held their first joint event since he exited the race, announcing the administration's landmark Medicare deal negotiating lower prices for prescription drugs for seniors.
August 16, 2024 at 5:26 AM
VIDEO: Harris, Biden announce Medicare price cuts for prescription drugs
August 15, 2024 at 7:31 PM

Biden: 'Harris is going to make one hell of a president'

President Joe Biden delivered remarks about the economy and what the administration has done to alleviate costs for Americans.
August 15, 2024 at 7:31 PM
VIDEO: Biden: 'Harris is going to make one hell of a president'
August 15, 2024 at 7:23 PM

VP Harris touts lower drug costs in joint event with Biden

The administration Thursday announced a deal on Medicare price negotiations.
August 15, 2024 at 7:23 PM
VIDEO: VP Harris touts lower drug costs in joint event with Biden
August 15, 2024 at 7:23 PM

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris hold first joint event since Biden dropped out

The two spoke on campaigning for lowering prescription costs on Medicare.
August 15, 2024 at 7:23 PM
VIDEO: Joe Biden and Kamala Harris hold first joint event since Biden dropped out
August 15, 2024 at 3:16 PM

Biden's solo, unscripted news conference a pivotal moment in debate rebound effort

All eyes will be on President Joe Biden when he holds his first solo news conference of the year on Thursday.
August 15, 2024 at 3:16 PM
U.S. President Joe Biden attends a campaign event at Sherman Middle School, in Madison, Wis., July 5, 2024.
August 15, 2024 at 2:11 AM

Trump slams Biden, Harris' economic record

The former president is promising to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits for seniors and on tips. Kamala Harris says she'll end taxes on tips and raise the minimum wage.
August 15, 2024 at 2:11 AM
VIDEO: Trump slams Biden, Harris' economic record
August 15, 2024 at 1:11 AM

Google says Iranian-associated hacking group targeted Biden, Trump campaigns

The group, APT42, is associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) according to Google.
August 15, 2024 at 1:11 AM
In this July 5, 2024, file photo, President Joe Biden speaks in Madison, Wis. | In this July 31, 2024, file photo, former President and 2024 Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump answers questions during the National Association of Black Journalists annual convention in Chicago.
August 14, 2024 at 6:12 AM

Biden announces $150M for cancer research in ’moonshot’ initiative

The president and first lady visited New Orleans as they promoted the initiative aimed at dramatically reducing cancer deaths. Biden’s eldest son, Beau, died of an aggressive brain cancer in 2015.
August 14, 2024 at 6:12 AM
VIDEO: Biden announces $150M for cancer research in ’moonshot’ initiative
August 13, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Biden using his final months to promote 'moonshot' initiative to reduce cancer deaths

President Joe Biden visited New Orleans on Tuesday to promote his administration’s “moonshot” initiative aiming to dramatically reduce cancer deaths
August 13, 2024 at 11:02 PM
President Joe Biden speaks to reporters as he leaves the White House for a trip to New Orleans, La., Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
August 13, 2024 at 10:32 PM

Trump is running against Harris, but he can't seem to stop attacking Biden

With a new Democratic opponent who entered the race nearly three weeks ago, former President Donald Trump appears to still be focused on the man no longer in the race.
August 13, 2024 at 10:32 PM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks to reporters during a news conference at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Aug. 8, 2024, in Palm Beach, Fla.
August 13, 2024 at 1:44 PM

Biden awards $150M for better tumor removal surgeries

President Joe Biden is heading to New Orleans for his cancer moonshot event where he is set to announce up to $150 million in awards to research teams that are working on innovative treatment ideas.
August 13, 2024 at 1:44 PM
VIDEO: Biden awards $150M for better tumor removal surgeries
August 12, 2024 at 8:21 PM

'Important moment': Biden to speak at DNC next week, White House says

President Joe Biden will speak at the Democratic National Convention next week, the White House said on Monday.
August 12, 2024 at 8:21 PM
President Joe Biden speaks after his Republican opponent Donald Trump was injured following a shooting at an election rally in Pennsylvania, at the Rehoboth Beach Police Department, in Rehoboth Beach, Del., July 13, 2024.
August 11, 2024 at 2:55 PM

Amy Klobuchar: Democrats are 'moving forward' after Biden stepped down from 2024 race

Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D, said Sunday that Democrats are "moving forward" after President Joe Biden ended his reelection campaign.
August 11, 2024 at 2:55 PM
In this June 18, 2024, file photo, Sen. Amy Klobuchar speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
August 9, 2024 at 7:58 PM

Pres. Biden, VP Kamala Harris to make first joint trip since Biden dropped out

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will make their first trip together since Biden ended his candidacy and Harris took over as the Democratic standard-bearer
August 9, 2024 at 7:58 PM
FILE - President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris stand on stage at the Democratic National Committee winter meeting, Feb. 3, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
August 8, 2024 at 1:55 PM

Biden ‘not confident’ about peaceful transfer of power after 2024 election

President Joe Biden said he is “not confident at all” about the transfer of power if former President Donald Trump loses the election and how it may impact Vice President Kamala Harris.
August 8, 2024 at 1:55 PM
VIDEO: Biden ‘not confident’ about peaceful transfer of power after 2024 election
August 8, 2024 at 1:40 AM

Biden says he's concerned about transfer of power if Trump loses

The president said he has no confidence Trump will allow a peaceful transfer of power.
August 8, 2024 at 1:40 AM
VIDEO: Biden says he's concerned about transfer of power if Trump wins
August 2, 2024 at 5:34 PM

Trump lashes out at Biden over historic prisoner exchange with Russia

Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan's imprisonment in Russia became an attacking point by the former president against the current administration.
August 2, 2024 at 5:34 PM
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump speaks at a rally on July 31, 2024 in Harrisburg, Pa.
August 2, 2024 at 11:37 AM

President Biden welcomes Gershkovich, Whelan, Kurmasheva home

BREAKING: Freed Americans Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva arrive in the U.S. after a historic prisoner swap with Russia.
August 2, 2024 at 11:37 AM
VIDEO: President Biden welcomes Gershkovich, Whelan, Kurmasheva home
August 2, 2024 at 9:47 AM

Biden tells Americans freed from Russian detention, 'Welcome almost home'

Biden is calling a prisoner swap that freed several wrongfully detained American citizens held in Russia a "feat of diplomacy" and said "their brutal ordeal is over."
August 2, 2024 at 9:47 AM
President Joe Biden speaks about the release of Americans detained in Russia during brief remarks from the White House, Aug. 1, 2024, in Washington.
August 1, 2024 at 5:29 PM

Biden on prisoners freed from Russia: 'Their brutal ordeal is over'

The president delivered remarks from the White House on the exchange, which officials said he was directly involved in helping negotiate.
August 1, 2024 at 5:29 PM
VIDEO: Biden on prisoners freed from Russia: 'Their brutal ordeal is over'
August 1, 2024 at 5:29 PM

Biden sings ‘Happy Birthday’ to daughter of freed prisoner

The daughter of Alsu Kurmasheva, a Russian-American journalist released in the prisoner exchange, turns 13 on Friday.
August 1, 2024 at 5:29 PM
VIDEO: Biden sings ‘Happy Birthday’ to daughter of freed prisoner
July 31, 2024 at 9:28 PM

Rust Belt is still at the heart of the 2024 battlefield even without 'Scranton Joe'

When Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race, some Democrats feared the party would lose his "Scranton Joe" appeal to the Rust Belt. But Kamala Harris is showing strength.
July 31, 2024 at 9:28 PM
Vice President and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks at West Allis Central High School during her first campaign rally in Milwaukee, July 23, 2024.
July 30, 2024 at 5:17 AM

Former White House Advisor on Biden’s call for term limits, ethics code for Justices

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with Michael Waldman, president of the Brennan Center for Justice, about the viability of President Joe Biden's plan to reform the U.S. Supreme Court.
July 30, 2024 at 5:17 AM
VIDEO: Former White House adviser on Biden's call for Supreme Court term limits, ethics