The 2024 Democratic National Convention has officially begun in Chicago, marking a pivotal moment in the election season as Democrats gather to unite their base and present their vision for the future of America. President Joe Biden, who spoke on the convention's opening night at the United Center, emphasized his support for Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the party's nominees for the upcoming election. The four-day event is expected to draw nearly 50,000 visitors to Chicago, leading to heightened security measures, including the deployment of the Illinois National Guard.
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