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Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Democrats plan to re-nominate President Joe Biden in a virtual roll call vote in early August, ahead of the party's national convention, to avoid potential legal issues in Ohio. Despite internal protests and concerns about Biden's performance, the decision aims to ensure ballot access and avoid litigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
The Democratic National Committee is proceeding with its plan to virtually nominate President Joe Biden ahead of the Democratic convention in Chicago, despite backlash from some Democrats who believe Biden is too politically damaged to win a second term. The DNC aims to finalize the nomination before August 7 to ensure ballot access in key states, although some party members are calling for a delay and reconsideration of Biden's candidacy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
The Democratic National Committee has announced that a virtual roll call vote to formally nominate President Biden as the party's nominee will take place in August. This decision, detailed in a letter from the heads of the convention rules committee, emphasizes transparency and adherence to party traditions. Despite some opposition and concerns about curtailing debate, the DNC is proceeding with the virtual vote to ensure Biden's place on state ballots, particularly in light of potential legal challenges in Ohio.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Former DNC chairs are advocating for the Democratic National Committee to proceed with a virtual roll call to nominate President Joe Biden, despite calls from some Democrats to delay the process. The virtual roll call, planned since May, aims to ensure Biden's nomination ahead of the in-person convention in August. Critics argue that an early nomination could stifle debate and harm party unity, while supporters stress the need to avoid legal challenges and ensure ballot access.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
House Democrats are urging the Democratic National Committee to delay its expedited plan to nominate President Joe Biden through a virtual roll call, arguing it stifles debate and could harm party unity. The DNC had accelerated the timeline to meet an Ohio ballot deadline, which has since been extended, but maintains its plan. The letter has garnered over 20 signatures from lawmakers with varying stances on Biden's reelection bid. Despite internal party pressure, Biden remains committed to staying in the race.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A group of House Democrats is urging the Democratic National Committee to delay the formal nomination of Joe Biden as the party's presidential candidate, arguing that a rushed virtual roll call could stifle debate and dampen voter enthusiasm. The effort, led by Rep. Jared Huffman and supported by over 20 Democrats, comes amid concerns about Biden's campaign strength and follows an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. DNC Chairman Jaime Harrison and Biden's campaign defend the current timeline, citing the need to ensure Biden's ballot access in Ohio.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Democrats plan to nominate President Joe Biden as their presidential candidate through a virtual roll call to meet Ohio's ballot deadline, ensuring his name appears on the November ballot. This move comes as Ohio lawmakers have yet to adjust the deadline, prompting a special legislative session. The virtual process will be similar to the one used in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
The Democratic National Committee plans to nominate President Biden as the party's presidential nominee through a "virtual roll call" before its August convention in Chicago to ensure he meets Ohio's ballot certification deadline. This move comes amid legislative challenges in Ohio, where a special session has been called but is complicated by unrelated campaign finance proposals. The DNC aims to prevent GOP interference and ensure Biden's presence on the ballot in all 50 states.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by News 5 Cleveland WEWS
The Democratic Party plans to nominate President Joe Biden for Ohio's ballot via a virtual roll call before the state's August 7 deadline, circumventing a conflict with the Democratic National Convention scheduled for August 19. This move follows a month of controversy and legislative efforts to address the issue, including a special session called by Ohio's governor. The situation has highlighted tensions between Ohio's Republican and Democratic lawmakers, particularly regarding campaign finance and ballot access regulations.