
Audience members take photos of former First Lady Michelle Obama during her speech at the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 20, 2024, in the United Center in Chicago. The United Center appeared to be filled close to its capacity of 23,500 seats.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivers a speech during the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 20, 2024, in the United Center in Chicago. Michelle Obama and former President Barack Obama headlined the second night of the convention.

A group of protesters stand outside the Women's Caucus meeting Aug. 20, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago. The group was protesting the Israel-Hamas war and was also outside the Republican National Convention in July protesting the same thing.

Attendees of the Youth Council meeting give presumptive vice presidential nominee Tim Walz a standing ovation after his speech Aug. 20, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago. The crowd did not know that Walz would be speaking to them.

Tim Walz speaks to the Youth Council meeting Aug. 20, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago. Kamala Harris chose Walz as her running mate just 14 days ago.

Delegates hold signs reading "Vote" during former First Lady Michelle Obama's speech at the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 20, 2024, in the United Center in Chicago. Obama talked about "the power of hope" during her speech.