Morning Rundown: DNC begins as Hurricane Ernesto brings life-threatening surf to East Coast

The Democratic National Convention is set to kick off in Chicago, making history by nominating Kamala Harris for president. Hurricane Ernesto is causing warnings along the East Coast, with life-threatening surf and rip currents. Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns that this may be the ‘last opportunity’ for a Gaza cease-fire. The unusual DNC will focus on how Harris distinguishes herself and fills in policy details. The campaign is pouring millions into an ad blitz to introduce Harris to voters. President Biden faces the challenge of passing the torch to Harris and bridging divides in his remarks as he departs office. Talks for a Gaza cease-fire are ongoing, with fears of a wider regional conflict with Iran. Hurricane Ernesto has reclaimed hurricane status and is generating dangerous conditions along the East Coast. In politics, the GOP-led House committee investigating whether to impeach President Biden released their report. South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham warns that former President Donald Trump may not win the next election. Former Rep. George Santos is expected to plead guilty on charges related to campaign finance fraud. In science news, a study found that people with severe brain injuries who appear unresponsive may be able to respond to verbal commands in their head. Nearly 70 million people in southern Africa are suffering from a drought caused by El Niño. In Michigan, two girls were able to escape separate kidnapping attempts after bystanders intervened.

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