Wasserman Schultz won’t preside over convention

By Susan Ferrechio

Published July 24, 2016 4:56pm ET

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Wasserman Schultz won’t preside over convention — Debbie Wasserman Schultz had already lost a speaking slot at the convention and her removal from the presiding role is unprecedented. (Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg) | Andrew Harrer

PHILADELPHIA — Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz will not preside over the party convention, officials decided Saturday, as they try to placate disgruntled delegates who believe the system was rigged in favor of Hillary Clinton.

Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, will serve as the permanent chair of the convention.

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