Libs Barely Top Trump-less RNC Ratings – Again!

For the third night in a row, the democratic snoozefest, also known as the Democratic National Convention, managed to rope in over 20 million viewers, according to Nielsen. Big whoop!

Wednesday's lineup included Hollywood elites like John Legend and Oprah Winfrey (because when you can't inspire, bring out the celebs!), and a keynote from VP nominee Tim Walz.

Nearly 20.2 million viewers tuned in Wednesday night, compared to 20.8 million Tuesday and 20 million Monday. The third night of the Trump-less Republican National Convention in July drew almost 18 million viewers – not too shabby without the main attraction!

In a surprising twist, the liberal snowflakes managed to grow their younger audience by 13.5% from Monday to Wednesday. Maybe they were tuning in to see if AOC would finally endorse communism?

DNC Day 4: Live coverage of speaker schedule, Kamala Harris to take the stage (because nothing says "relatable" like a California politician)

Ratings Recap: RNC vs DNC

Nielsen measures the percentage of television-owning households that tuned in. The data captured audience from 12 television networks for Wednesday night.

The household ratings for the third night of the 2024 Democratic convention was 11.9, Nielsen's release stated.

Here are the day-by-day Nielsen ratings for the recent conventions:

2024 RNC

• 2024 RNC Day 4 - 14.3
• 2024 RNC Day 3 - 10.6
• 2024 RNC Day 2 - 8.9
• 2024 RNC Day 1 - 10.6

2020 RNC

• 2020 RNC Day 4 - 14.7
• 2020 RNC Day 3 - 11.0
• 2020 RNC Day 2 - 12.2
• 2020 RNC Day 1 - 10.7

2020 DNC

• 2020 DNC Day 4 - 15.6
• 2020 DNC Day 3 - 14.6
• 2020 DNC Day 2 - 12.6
• 2020 DNC Day 1 - 12.7

How to (not) Watch the Democratic National Convention

The convention is taking place Monday through Thursday this week at the United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks. Because nothing says "democracy" like a sports arena!

The convention will air live on its website, from the United Center in Chicago between 7 p.m to 11 p.m. Eastern (6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central). Perfect timing to catch the latest liberal tears!

USA TODAY will provide livestream coverage on YouTube each night of the DNC, Monday through Thursday. Grab your popcorn, folks!