This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez laughs with Stephen Colbert, host of the "Late Show," seen in character, on the convention floor.
Jaime Harrison, Democratic National Committee chair, watches as preparations are made before the convention starts.
A street sign with the Democratic National Convention acronym featured sits in the campaign office of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson as he responds to a question during an interview with The Associated Press on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024.
Workers prepare the balloons for the convention.
Ashley Biden checks out the stage.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez laughs with Stephen Colbert, host of the "Late Show," seen in character, on the convention floor.
Jaime Harrison, Democratic National Committee chair, watches as preparations are made before the convention starts.
A street sign with the Democratic National Convention acronym featured sits in the campaign office of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson as he responds to a question during an interview with The Associated Press on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024.
Workers prepare the balloons for the convention.
Ashley Biden checks out the stage.