Democrats Gathered in Chicago Say Harris Is Building Momentum

Delegates at the Democratic National Convention spoke of renewed energy among younger voters, minorities, and volunteers.

Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris waves as she steps off Air Force Two upon arrival at Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago on Aug. 18, 2024. Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images

CHICAGO—Vice President Kamala Harris arrived in the Windy City fresh off a week of touring battleground states that attracted rally crowds of up to 15,000.

Within a month of having been nominated as the Democratic candidate for president, Harris has erased former President Donald Trump’s advantage in the polls, now leading by 2 to 3 points, according to FiveThirtyEight polling averages.