The Democratic National Convention kicked off Monday in Chicago after months of preparation and a rocky start with security.
Protesters broke through a fence set up by police near the site of the DNC around 5 p.m. after thousands of people marched and rallied against the U.S. sending aid to Israel among other things.The demonstrators broke through a portion of the security fence on West Washington Boulevard. Chicago cops could be seen running to confront the demonstrators. There was a brief standoff between the police and protesters.Officers donned riot gear as they faced off with the large crowd.
Jackson, 82, entered the stage in a wheelchair, holding up both thumbs up in triumph to a cheering crowd. The ordained Baptist pastor did not speak to the convention.In a largely ceremonial vote, delegates also officially voted Monday night to approve their 2024 party platform.
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