The Democratic Party is moving forward with plans for a virtual roll call to select a presidential nominee before their convention in Chicago, despite Vice President Kamala Harris being the favored candidate to replace President Joe Biden. The convention rules committee will meet to finalize the virtual voting process, with a deadline set for completion by August 7, 12 days before the convention begins.
Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison emphasized the party's commitment to a transparent and orderly process to unite behind a nominee who embodies their values. The rules for the virtual roll call require candidates to submit 300 electronic signatures from convention delegates, with a limit of 50 signatures per state.
