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Takeaways From Trump's RNC Speech
Takeaways From
Trump's RNC Speech
Jul 19, 2024 8:03 AM CDT

Takeaways From Trump's RNC Speech

It had a gripping start, but soon became a standard Trump speech, analysts say

(Newser) - Donald Trump broke his own record for the longest televised presidential acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention Thursday night and analysts say it was a tale of two speeches: A gripping and emotional recounting of Saturday's assassination attempt, followed by a more conventional rally speech. The former president...

Trump Sets New Record With His Acceptance Speech

Former president spoke for 95 minutes

(Newser) - Donald Trump accepted his party's presidential nomination for the third time on Thursday and gave a speech written in the days after the attempt on his life. His was the longest televised presidential acceptance speech ever, at one hour and 33 minutes, ending at 11:05pm CT. The previous...

Surprise RNC Moment: Hulk Hogan Rips Shirt Off

He is among the speakers including Eric Trump to precede the former president

(Newser) - It's not every convention speaker who rips his shirt off, but not every convention speaker is professional wrestler Hulk Hogan. The 70-year-old Hogan drove the GOP crowd into a frenzy Thursday night by ripping off his shirt to reveal a tanktop featuring Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance,...

At RNC, Senators Confront Secret Service Chief

They followed Kimberley Cheatle out of luxury suite

(Newser) - Secret Service Director Kimberley Cheatle was confronted at the Republican National Convention Wednesday night by Republican senators demanding answers about the attempt to assassinate Donald Trump. The senators confronted Cheatle in a luxury suite at Fiserv Arena and followed her, shouting questions, when she left after around two minutes, the...

In RNC Speech, JD Vance Gets Personal
In RNC Speech,
JD Vance Gets Personal
Jul 17, 2024 10:50 PM CDT

In RNC Speech, JD Vance Gets Personal

'I will be a vice president who never forgets where he came from'

(Newser) - Introducing himself to the nation after being tapped as Donald Trump's running mate, JD Vance used his Wednesday night address to the Republican National Convention to share the story of his hardscrabble upbringing and make the case that his party best understands the challenges facing struggling Americans. In his...

Conway at RNC: Trump Has Major Cred on Women

She, Greg Abbott, Kimberly Guilfoyle, and others make their cases for Trump

(Newser) - Wednesday night will be running mate JD Vance's chance to make a splash with a prime-time speech at the Republican National Convention, but some notable figures have preceded him:
  • Kellyanne Conway: The former White House counselor to Donald Trump hailed him as a strong supporter of women. In her
...

A Different Republican Party Will Come Out of Convention
Republican Party Is
Changing, Consciously
analysis
Jul 17, 2024 6:55 PM CDT

Republican Party Is Changing, Consciously

Conservatism is under attack, leaders and analysts say, as leaders adjust positions

(Newser) - The Republican National Convention in Milwaukee this week is not just a celebration or a crowning of the party's presidential ticket. It's a realignment. Republican positions are no longer standard conservative down the line; the party is turning toward economic populism, for instance, Politico reports. And longstanding relationships...

Haley, DeSantis Make Their Cases for Trump

'You don't have to agree with Trump 100% of the time to vote for him,' says Haley

(Newser) - Some big names defeated by Donald Trump as he rolled to the GOP nomination took the stage at the GOP convention Tuesday night to back him.
  • Nikki Haley: "You don't have to agree with Trump 100% of the time to vote for him," the former UN ambassador
...

Out-of-State Police Kill Man Near RNC

Columbus police said man was shot 'within the operational zone to which our officers were assigned'

(Newser) - A Milwaukee man was fatally shot Tuesday afternoon by police officers from Columbus, Ohio who were in town to provide security for the Republican National Convention, authorities say. Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman said the man had a knife in each hand and refused police commands, the AP reports. He...

Convention Surprise: A Fiery Teamsters Speech

Union boss Sean O'Brien blasts big corporations to GOP faithful

(Newser) - Probably the biggest surprise at the Republican National Convention on Monday night came in the very presence of its final speaker—Teamsters boss Sean O'Brien. As the Washington Post reports, it's the first time a leader of the union has addressed a Republican convention, and O'Brien delivered...

Vance Brings Youth, Broad Agreement With Trump
What JD Vance Brings
to the GOP Ticket
the rundown
Jul 16, 2024 5:51 AM CDT

What JD Vance Brings to the GOP Ticket

Trump's VP pick could help with swing states, though maybe not with moderates

(Newser) - Donald Trump did not follow the advice from some Republicans to pick a running mate who would have made the presidential ticket more diverse—or one with less strident rhetoric than the former president's who might appeal to non-MAGA voters. There's not much daylight between Sen. JD Vance...

Lt. Gov Who Said 'Some Folks Need Killing' Speaks at RNC

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson kept things less controversial in his convention speech

(Newser) - North Carolina's lieutenant governor (and the Republican nominee to be the state's next governor ) Mark Robinson was one of the opening speakers Monday night at the Republican National Convention, and his inclusion drew quite a bit of attention given his past "incendiary" comments, per the AP...

Trump Appears at RNC With a Bandaged Ear

Former president did not address Republican National Convention

(Newser) - Two days after surviving an apparent attempted assassination , former President Donald Trump appeared triumphantly at the Republican National Convention's opening night with a bandage over his right ear, the latest compelling scene in a presidential campaign already defined by dramatic turns, the AP reports. GOP delegates cheered wildly when...

Delegates Officially Make Trump the Party's Nominee
Florida Puts Trump
Over the Top
Jul 15, 2024 3:55 PM CDT

Florida Puts Trump Over the Top

Roll call vote quickly follows selection of Vance as running mate

(Newser) - Donald Trump crossed the 1,215-delegate threshold to secure the GOP presidential nomination at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Monday afternoon. The ticket became official moments after Trump posted his selection of Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate, per CNBC . Eric Trump announced the Florida delegation'...

Trump to Reveal His Running Mate Today

The AP's sources say it isn't Rubio or Burgum

(Newser) - (Update: Donald Trump has selected Sen. JD Vance of Ohio .) Before the day is out, Donald Trump's name will be paired with another in headlines. The former president told Fox News' Bret Baier that he will announce his running mate on Monday. The AP reports that person is...

What to Expect at the GOP Convention
What to Expect
at the GOP Convention
Jul 15, 2024 10:29 AM CDT

What to Expect at the GOP Convention

Four nights of speakers begins Monday

(Newser) - With the exception of beefed-up security, the Republican National Convention will go on as planned starting Monday in Milwaukee. The convention is to culminate Thursday with a speech by Donald Trump accepting the nomination. What to expect:
  • Monday: The day's theme is "Make America Wealthy Again," with
...

Trump: I Threw Out My 'Rip-Roarer' RNC Speech

Former president says 'I'm not supposed to be here' in interview

(Newser) - While en route to Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention, former President Trump spoke to the Washington Examiner from his 757—and marveled over the fact that he wasn't killed. He gave credit to the immigration-related chart he turned to reference at the exact moment shots rang out. "...

Nikki Haley Went From Uninvited to RNC Speaker

She's now slated to give a speech on Tuesday

(Newser) - Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis isn't the only late addition to the slate of speakers at this week's Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Days after a rep for Nikki Haley told USA Today the former South Carolina governor wasn't invited to the convention, an about-face: She's now...

Melania Trump Isn't Listed as Convention Speaker

Former first lady is still expected to attend Milwaukee gathering, though

(Newser) - Organizers of the Republican National Convention released an official list of speakers Saturday, and Melania Trump is not on it. Three favorites to be Donald Trump's running mate are listed—Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum—along with his sons Donald...

Late Addition to RNC Speakers Schedule: Ron DeSantis

Former Trump rival will speak at next week's convention following 'change in schedule'

(Newser) - The former rival Donald Trump frequently disparaged as "Ron DeSanctimonious" will be giving a speech at the Republican National Convention. As NBC News reports, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis—heretofore assigned no role—has been given a speaker slot at the Milwaukee convention kicking off next week. More:
  • From an
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