Vice President Kamala Harris officially accepted the Democratic nomination for president at the Democratic National Convention, highlighting her multiracial heritage and personal story to appeal to a diverse American electorate. Her speech energized the Democratic base and emphasized her readiness to lead, following President Biden's unexpected exit from the race. Former President Donald Trump responded in real-time with a barrage of social media posts and commentary, criticizing Harris's speech and questioning her policy effectiveness. Conservative media figures expressed panic over Harris's momentum, while some Republicans warned Trump against racially charged attacks. The convention also featured significant contributions from prominent Black women leaders like Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey, amplifying Harris's historic candidacy.