A modern assassination plot that doesn’t stop this year Republican National Convention (RNC). The political rally begins today (July 15) in Milwaukee, Minnesota. The event comes just days after a man shot Donald Trump at a protest in Pennsylvania.
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Keep scrolling to see what you should know about the RNC and who Trump chooses as his vice presidential running mate for the 2024 presidential election.
What is RNC and how to watch it?
The RNC is when Republican delegates from each state come together to nominate someone for president. Over four days, there will be banquets, brunches, events, and more than 100 speakers.
CBS News reports that the first session of the RNC is scheduled to begin at 1:45 p.m. ET. Additionally, local CBS stations will air live coverage of the keynote speakers each night. As previously reported, Amber Rose was one of the few surprise picks. will be on stage This week at the RNC, former Trump critic Nikki Haley will also speak on behalf of her former rival.
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Two notable members of the Trump family not on the RNC agenda include Ivanka Trump and Melania Trump. The former First Lady shared a message following her husband’s assassination, but she has no plans to campaign on his behalf this week.
Donald Trump secures GOP nomination and picks Vice President
Trump is also expected to accept his nomination for the ticket at the RNC. According to Related PressRepublicans nominated Trump at the opening ceremony of the Republican National Convention on Monday.
He is believed to have received the majority of votes needed to secure the nomination, including in his home state of Florida. This is the third consecutive election that Donald will represent the Republican Party in the race for the White House.
Additionally, on Monday, Trump announced his vice presidential pick, Senator JD Vance from Ohio. According to AP, he is the first millennial to run for a major party.
“After careful consideration and thought, as well as considering the tremendous talents of many others, I have decided that the best person to serve as Vice President of the United States is Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social.
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