At the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Vice President Kamala Harris secured her nomination for president, aided significantly by California's Governor Gavin Newsom, who cast the state's 482 delegates' votes in her favor. Harris, who has served as a district attorney, state attorney general, and U.S. senator from California, received overwhelming support, achieving a total of 4,564 votes, surpassing the necessary 2,350 delegates. The convention highlighted the historic nature of Harris's candidacy as the first Black South Asian woman nominated for president, with California's delegation expressing pride in her achievements. New Jersey also pledged its support, with State Party Chairman LeRoy Jones leading a chant to rally enthusiasm for Harris. California's delegation emphasized their commitment to winning critical congressional seats in the upcoming elections, underscoring the importance of local grassroots efforts. The convention serves as a platform for Democrats to unite and prepare for the general election, with early voting in California set to begin soon.