WASHINGTON — Ashley Biden, daughter of President Joe Biden, will introduce her father at the Democratic National Convention on Monday night.
The speech, which will follow remarks by first lady Jill Biden, is expected to serve as a sort of political farewell for the president, who abandoned his bid for a second term amid concerns about his age.
The rest of the speaking program, which is scheduled to last about five hours, will include a mix of Democratic Party stars and union leaders. Rep. James Clyburn and Sen. Chris Coons, two of Biden’s closest allies, are slated to deliver remarks. So is Hillary Clinton, the former first lady and secretary of state who fell short in her own campaign for president.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain will make a solo appearance while other labor chiefs will share the stage earlier in the evening.
As with any convention, there’s the potential for lesser known politicians to seize their speaking slot to make a name for themselves. The line up includes California Rep. Robert Garcia, Michigan State Sen. Mallory McMorrow, Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett, New York Rep. Grace Meng and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.
What time does the DNC start?
The main DNC programming for Monday night is scheduled to start at 5:15 p.m. Eastern. President Joe Biden will wrap up Monday's speakers. He'll be introduced by Ashley Biden, who'll be proceeded by First Lady Dr. Jill Biden.
