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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White outfits fill convention arena

White outfits peppered the convention hall here in an ode to suffragists and Harris' historic candidacy.

The outfit motif has been a hallmark of House Democrats, who have used the color to send a signal at major events, such as past state of the union addresses, including this year's, when Democrats sought to make a point about abortion.

-ABC News' Tal Axelrod


DJ gets crowd moving to 'Lil Boo Thang'

Chicago's DJ Metro got the crowd to its feet, dancing to "Lil Boo Thang" by Paul Russell, at the start of the night.


100,000 balloons ready to end the night: Source

Convention organizers have 100,000 balloons ready to drop at the end of the evening, according to a source with knowledge.

-ABC News' Brittany Shepherd


4th night of the DNC underway

The fourth and final night of the DNC is officially underway.

The theme of the night is "For our future" and will feature a keynote address from Vice President Kamala Harris as she accepts the party's nominee for president.