President Joe Biden’s advisors are facing two pressing challenges as they prepare for their convention in Chicago: how to balance in-person and virtual elements to prevent disruptions, and how to handle a mayor sympathetic to protesters.

Some in Biden’s circle advocate for a hybrid convention, featuring both in-person speeches and pre-recorded segments, to maximize viewership while minimizing opportunities for protest.

This approach would involve moving certain party business off the arena floor and potentially conducting it before the convention begins.

Additionally, they consider reviving the pre-taped state delegation roll call from the 2020 convention to avoid potential disruptions.

However, balancing the desire for traditional in-person elements with the need to prevent disruptions presents a challenge, particularly given the expectations of delegates and donors, Politico has reported.

Organizers are also strategizing how to manage protests both inside and outside the arena, with plans to drown out disruptions and block banners with Biden-Harris signs.

Outside the arena, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s sympathy for protesters adds another layer of complexity.

Despite his activist background, Johnson’s approach to the convention remains uncertain, raising questions about how his stance may influence events.

Written by B.C. Begley