Democratic National Convention (DNC) Day 2: Speaker lineup and schedule in Indian Standard Time - Times of India

Day 2 of the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago promises to be a significant event, featuring a mix of prominent Democratic and Republican figures. The full speaker lineup and schedule for the second night at the United Center have been released, highlighting when key figures will take the podium.
Following an eventful opening night that included a surprise appearance by Vice President Kamala Harris and an address by President Joe Biden, Day 2 is set to continue the momentum with speeches from both former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama, among others.
Who is Speaking on Day 2 of the DNC and when?
Here’s the detailed speaker lineup for Day 2, converted into Indian Standard Time (IST):
4:00 am IST

  • Call to Order: Jaime R Harrison, chairman of the Democratic National Committee
  • Gavel In: Mitch Landrieu, DNC Night 2 co-chair and committee co-chair
  • Invocation: Rabbi Sharon Brous (IKAR) and Imam Dr Talib M Shareef (The Nation’s Mosque)
  • Pledge of allegiance: Joshua Davis
  • National Anthem: Aristotle “Aris” Garcia Byrne
  • Remarks: Jason Carter, Grandson of President Jimmy Carter
  • Remarks: Jack Schlossberg, Grandson of President John F. Kennedy
  • Remarks: “Project 2025—Chapter Two: The Economy” by The Honorable Malcolm Kenyatta, Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives

4:30 am IST

  • Remarks: Kyle Sweetser, Former Donald Trump voter
  • Remarks: Stephanie Grisham, Former Trump White House Press Secretary
  • Remarks: Nabela Noor, Content creator
  • Remarks: Gary Peters, United States Senator, Michigan
  • Remarks: Kenneth Stribling, Retired Teamster

5:30 am IST
Roll call

  • Remarks: Minnesota Delegation
  • Remarks: California Delegation

6:30 am IST
Host introduction: Ana Navarro

  • Remarks: Chuck Schumer, United States Senate Majority Leader
  • Remarks: Bernie Sanders, United States Senator, Vermont
  • Remarks: JB Pritzker, Governor of Illinois
  • Remarks: Ken Chenault, American business executive
  • Remarks: The Honorable Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor of New Mexico

7:30 am IST

  • Keynote Remarks: Angela Alsobrooks, Democratic Nominee for the US Senate, Maryland; Long-time mentee of the Vice President
  • Remarks: John Giles, Mayor of Mesa, Arizona
  • Remarks: Tammy Duckworth, United States Senator, Illinois
  • Remarks: Douglas Emhoff, Second Gentleman of the United States
  • Remarks: Michelle Obama, Former First Lady of the United States

8:30 am IST

  • Remarks: Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States
  • Benediction: Bishop Samuel L. Green, Sr., African Methodist Episcopal Church, 7th Episcopal District
  • Benediction: His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America

How to watch Day 2 of DNC
All four floor sessions of the DNC will be livestreamed.
Streaming times in IST:
Wednesday: 4:00 am – 8:30 am
Theme for Day 2 of the convention
The theme for Day 2, “A Bold Vision for America’s Future,” signifies a strategic pivot towards a new generation of Democratic leadership. After Monday night’s focus on Vice President Kamala Harris and President Biden’s legacy, the convention will now emphasize the forward-looking vision of the Democratic Party, contrasting it with what they describe as former President Trump’s pessimistic outlook on America’s future.
Similar to Monday, Tuesday will also feature appearances by “everyday Americans” and performances alongside speeches from elected officials and party leaders.
The daily themes for the convention are:
Monday – “For the People”
Tuesday – “A Bold Vision for America’s Future”
Wednesday – “A Fight for Our Freedoms”
Thursday – “For Our Future”