DNC 2024 Day 4 live updates: Harris makes her case for the presidency -- 'fight for America's future'
Harris set her agenda in a rousing speech at the DNC.
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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Harris received a three-minute standing ovation
from the time she stepped foot on stage to being able to begin her speech in earnest, three minutes passed as the crowd cheered her on.
"Let's get to business," she said at one point, laughing and thanking the audience.
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 thanks Biden
The vice president thanked Biden for his service nothing that "history will show and your character is inspiring."
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.