When is the Democratic National Convention? What to know about DNC 2024 in Chicago

The Republican National Convention is currently underway in Milwaukee, where former President Donald Trump formally accepted the party's nomination on Monday and announced Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate.

For Democrats, all eyes are on Chicago where the Democratic National Convention will occur next month. President Joe Biden has so far withstood calls for him to step aside following his disastrous debate performance against Trump, as he's attempted to shore up support with a series of interviews and public appearances.

Here's what we know about the 2024 Democratic National Convention.

When is the 2024 DNC?

The DNC will be held from August 19 and run through August 22.

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Where is the 2024 DNC?

The 2024 DNC will be held in Chicago. This is the first time the convention will be held there since 1996, when former President Bill Clinton was nominated for his second term.

What happens at the DNC?

Delegates for the Democratic Party will travel to the DNC to officially nominate the Democratic presidential and vice-presidential candidates for the 2024 election. Delegates from each state and U.S. territory will vote based on their primary election results.

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Will Joe Biden remain the nominee?

As of now, President Joe Biden is the expected presidential nominee. Biden said only "the Lord almighty" could convince him to step down and let another Democrat assume the role. While delegates typically support the candidate who won their party's primary, they are only obligated to support that candidate in "good conscience" and could vote for another candidate even with Biden still in the race.

A Reuters/Ipsos poll last week found that one in three registered Democratic voters believed that Biden should quit the race, with 59% of respondents in the president's party saying he is too old to work in government.

Who are the other options?

Marianne Williamson is technically still in the race after unsuspending her campaign in late February. However, she has received zero delegates. Rep. Dean Phillips (D- MN) dropped out after Super Tuesday, receiving four delegates overall.

Many have also suggested that Vice President Kamala Harris to step in as the nominee. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker have all also been floated as possible replacements. However, they're all Biden supporters and campaign surrogates who are working to help get him reelected.

Where can I find more information?

Additional information about the DNC can be found at demconvention.com.

Victor Hagan is the Alabama Election Reporting Fellow for the USA TODAY Network. He can be reached at [email protected] or on X @TheVictorHagan. To support his work, subscribe to the Advertiser.