DNC Chooses Chicago to Host 2024 Democratic National Convention in Strategic Move to Maintain Momentum in the Midwest

The Democratic National Committee has chosen Chicago to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention, in an effort to keep the party’s momentum going after the success of the midterm elections in the Midwest. The DNC said in a statement that Chicago was chosen because it represents a “wide range of midwestern Democrats who represent the diversity of the party, demonstrating the formidable coalition that will help re-elect President Biden and Vice President Harris, and elect Democrats up-and-down the ticket.”

The decision to hold the party’s presidential nominating gathering in such a pro-union city is seen as a demonstration of President Biden’s commitment to organized labor, which will be critical to his bid to win a second term in the White House. Although President Biden has not formally announced if he is running for reelection in 2024, he told NBC News on Monday, “I plan on running, but we’re not prepared to announce it yet.”

The decision to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago was confirmed by a Democratic official who spoke on Tuesday on the condition of anonymity before an official announcement. The Republican National Convention has already chosen Milwaukee to host their 2024 convention.

The selection of Chicago is seen as a strategic move by the Democratic Party to maintain their momentum in the Midwest, which has been a crucial swing region in past elections. The DNC is hoping that the convention will help to energize the party’s base and attract new voters in the region.