Star-Studded Democrats Bank on GOP Support to Bolster Harris' Campaign

The second night of the Democratic National Convention featured former President Barack Obama and Republican voices to endorse Kamala Harris. Ex-Republicans like Stephanie Grisham and celebrities like Lil Jon and Spike Lee took the stage to rally support, emphasizing unity and shifting Hollywood's focus towards Harris.

The second night of the Democratic National Convention was a spectacle, headlined by former U.S. President Barack Obama and featuring a significant Republican presence to endorse Kamala Harris. The event aimed to consolidate conservative support against Donald Trump in the upcoming November presidential election.

Former Trump insiders, including Stephanie Grisham, Mesa Mayor John Giles, and ex-Trump voter Kyle Sweetser, took the stage at Chicago's United Center arena. Grisham shared her disillusionment post-Jan. 6 Capitol attack, while Trump's camp dismissed them as irrelevant. Despite the controversy, Republican groups like Republicans for Harris emphasized 'Country over party,' urging voters to back Harris.

The night also saw a star-studded roll call vote. Notable celebrities like rapper Lil Jon, director Spike Lee, and actor Sean Astin voiced their states' support for Harris, signaling Hollywood's renewed political engagement. Each state had themed musical introductions, showing a vibrant and broad-based campaign rallying for Harris.

(With inputs from agencies.)