Former President Donald Trump accepted the Republican Party’s presidential nomination at the GOP convention in Milwaukee, delivering a speech that referenced the recent shooting at his campaign rally. The speech, which lasted 93 minutes, was characterized by ad-libbed remarks and deviations from the original script. Trump wore a bandage over his wounded ear throughout the convention, where attendees also sported bandages in solidarity.
Despite the highly-planned nature of convention speeches, Trump’s address featured off-the-cuff remarks and interactions with the crowd, reminiscent of his rally style. Organizers and Trump aides scrambled to adjust plans after the assassination attempt, rewriting speeches and softening remarks from other speakers. Trump mentioned President Joe Biden only once during his speech, a departure from his 2020 acceptance speech.
In addition to coverage of Trump’s speech, NBC News fact-checked his claims on taxes, crime, and foreign policy. The newsletter also highlighted other top stories from the convention, including pressure on Biden from Democratic leaders, fundraising events featuring Vice President Kamala Harris, and legal challenges facing Hunter Biden. Retired wrestler Hulk Hogan made a WWE-style appearance at the convention, endorsing Trump with a tank top.
The newsletter also featured a photo gallery capturing the delegates’ looks at the convention, from Trump sneakers to MAGA dresses. The Politics Desk invites feedback and encourages readers to share the newsletter with others.
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