DNC Plans Virtual Roll Call to Nominate Biden Amid Ohio Ballot Access Concerns and Internal Opposition

Jul 16, 2024, 06:49 PM

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) plans to conduct a virtual roll call to officially nominate President Joe Biden ahead of the convention. This move, announced by Biden-Harris campaign manager Quentin Fulks in Milwaukee on July 16, is intended to address concerns about ballot access in Ohio, despite the fact that Ohio has already resolved its ballot access issues through recent legislation. The decision has sparked significant controversy within the Democratic Party, with several Congressional Democrats expressing opposition. They argue that the virtual roll call is unnecessary and contradicts President Biden's own statements. The Biden campaign insists that the measure is necessary to prevent potential Republican interference in Ohio. Meanwhile, some Democrats are using this opportunity to voice their concerns about Biden leading the ticket, with Rep. Susan Wild among those planning to sign a letter protesting the DNC's decision.