Kamala Harris's White House campaign gained momentum at the Democratic National Convention, with strong support from Barack and Michelle Obama. The event featured notable moments, including a surprise appearance by rapper Lil Jon and speeches from former Trump staffer Stephanie Grisham and other Republican defectors who criticized Trump. Doug Emhoff, Harris's husband, was introduced by his son, who praised Harris as the right leader for the country. The night concluded with a more subdued speech by Bernie Sanders.