The Republican National convention kicks off Monday in Milwaukee. “I truly love our Country, and love you all, and look forward to speaking to our Great Nation this week from Wisconsin,” Former President Donald Trump said in his Sunday morning social media post. In the memo obtained by The Associated Press, Trump’s senior campaign advisers thanked the Secret Service and all first responders for their efforts. The memo also said staff in Washington and West Palm Beach, Florida, should stay away from the office as they assess those locations. The memo also says they’re enhancing the armed security presence on-site.
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- In a memo to staff, Trump campaign says he’s ‘in great spirits’ and ‘doing well’ after shooting.
- Trump’s senior campaign advisers thanked the Secret Service and all first responders for their efforts in the memo obtained by The Associated Press.
- Staff in Washington and West Palm Beach, Florida, are advised to stay away from the office as security assessments are conducted, and armed security presence is being enhanced.
- The memo emphasizes the priority of staff safety and instructs them not to comment publicly on the apparent assassination attempt against Trump. It also states that dangerous rhetoric on social media won’t be tolerated.
- Trump says he’ll still be speaking at the Republican National Convention.
- The convention kicks off Monday in Milwaukee.
- “I truly love our Country, and love you all, and look forward to speaking to our Great Nation this week from Wisconsin,” Trump said in his Sunday morning social media post.
- In a new post, Donald Trump calls for unity after his apparent assassination attempt.
- Trump thanked “everyone for your thoughts and prayers yesterday, as it was God alone who prevented the unthinkable from happening.”
- He emphasized resilience and defiance in the face of wickedness, stating, “We will FEAR NOT, but instead remain resilient in our Faith and Defiant in the face of Wickedness.”
- Trump extended his condolences to the other victims and their families, praying for the recovery of the wounded and honoring the memory of the person who was killed.
- He called for unity, stating, “In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United, and show our True Character as Americans, remaining Strong and Determined, and not allowing Evil to Win.”
- Republicans gear up for their National Convention in Milwaukee.
- In a sign of Pennsylvania’s importance, Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, and Jill Biden are all campaigning there Saturday.
- Democrats are struggling with Joe Biden’s candidacy after his poor debate performance, while he vows to stay in the race.
- Biden plans virtual meetings with Democratic caucuses on Capitol Hill to rebuild campaign momentum amid increasing calls for him to step aside.
- Tayler Rahm drops out of Minnesota’s primary, clearing the path for GOP-endorsed Joe Teirab against incumbent Democrat Angie Craig.
- Trump rally attendees in Butler, PA, show high energy and confidence in Trump’s chances.
- Former First Lady Melania Trump will attend the RNC but is not expected to speak.
- RNC speakers include Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, Tucker Carlson, Lee Greenwood, Amber Rose, and UFC CEO Dana White, among others.
- Vice presidential shortlisters speaking at the RNC include Marco Rubio, JD Vance, Doug Burgum, and Tim Scott.
- Milwaukee temporarily renamed Herb Kohl Way to “Donald J. Trump Way” for the RNC, sparking local controversy.
The Associated Press has the story:
Trump says he’ll still be speaking at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee
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The Republican National convention kicks off Monday in Milwaukee. “I truly love our Country, and love you all, and look forward to speaking to our Great Nation this week from Wisconsin,” Former President Donald Trump said in his Sunday morning social media post.
In memo to staff, Trump campaign says he’s ‘in great spirits’ and ‘doing well’ after shooting
In the memo obtained by The Associated Press, Trump’s senior campaign advisers thanked the Secret Service and all first responders for their efforts.
The memo also said staff in Washington and West Palm Beach, Florida, should stay away from the office as they assess those locations. The memo also says they’re enhancing the armed security presence on-site.
“Our highest priority is to keep all of you on this staff safe,” the memo says.
The memo also tells staff not to comment publicly on the apparent assassination attempt against Trump and that dangerous rhetoric on social media won’t be tolerated.
In new post, Donald Trump calls for unity after his apparent assassination attempt
In the post on his social media network, former President Donald Trump also thanked “everyone for your thoughts and prayers yesterday, as it was God alone who prevented the unthinkable from happening.”
Trump also said, “Our love goes out to the other victims and their families” and he said he’s praying “for the recovery of those who were wounded, and hold in our hearts the memory of the citizen who was so horribly killed.”
“In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United, and show our True Character as Americans, remaining Strong and Determined, and not allowing Evil to Win,” he adds.
Republicans are gearing up for their convention next week while Democrats are still struggling with whether President Joe Biden should stay on as their candidate in the November election. In a sign of how important Pennsylvania is for both parties, Vice President Kamala Harris, former President Donald Trump and first lady Jill Biden are all campaigning in the state Saturday.
Ever since President Joe Biden’s dismal debate performance Democrats have wrestled with whether he should continue on as their presumptive nominee. Biden has vowed to continue in the race. He’s expected to meet virtually with members of the two largest Democratic caucuses on Capitol Hill as he looks to rebuild momentum for his reelection campaign, even as the number of Democrats calling for him to step aside increases.
Minnesota Republican drops out of primary fight in key congressional race
Republicans have a straighter path to potential victory in what is expected to be Minnesota’s closest congressional race after GOP-endorsed candidate Tayler Rahm dropped out of a primary fight against the better-funded Joe Teirab, who has tacit backing from key House leaders.
Rahm said in a statement that he is shifting gears to serve as a senior adviser to Trump’s campaign in Minnesota, where Trump says he can defeat Biden after coming close to carrying the traditionally Democratic state in 2016.
That frees up Teirab to focus on incumbent Democratic Rep. Angie Craig in the highly competitive 2nd District, which includes suburban and rural areas south of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
The seat is one of the best pickup opportunities for the narrow House Republican majority.
At Trump rally, confidence in their candidate
Kimberly Paruso, 37, drove over an hour to hear Trump speak at the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. She homeschools her children and cares for her grandmother, who’s an amputee. Paruso said she hopes Trump will pick Gen. Michael Flynn as his vice presidential running mate, but she doesn’t think it ultimately will matter. She said of the election: “I think the energy’s so high for Trump, I don’t think nothing can stop us.” Steve Schwartzmiller, 72, a retired controls engineer from Pittsburgh, said Biden’s recent debate performance was bad but ultimately immaterial. “It didn’t help him, that’s for sure, but that’s not the final nail in his coffin,” he said. “It’s his policies. It’s where the country is right now.”
Melania Trump not expected to speak at RNC
Former first lady Melania Trump is not expected to speak at next week’s Republican National Convention, which will feature speeches by other Trump family members and a long list of GOP officials, including all of the men on his vice presidential shortlist.
The former first lady will attend the convention but does not appear on a list of headliners and keynote speakers released by convention organizers Saturday.
Those who will speak include Trump’s oldest sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and former Fox News host Tucker Carlson.
Lee Greenwood, the singer of Trump’s walk-on song, “God Bless the USA,” is also on the program, as is the model and rapper Amber Rose and Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White. Other notable names include evangelist Franklin Graham, Teamsters President Sean O’Brien and the mayor of East Palestine, Ohio. The schedule will also feature a long list of vice presidential shortlisters including Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum and South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott.
Don’t mess with Herb Kohl in Milwaukee
Workers in Milwaukee temporarily renamed a street “Donald J. Trump Way,” as part of the setup for the Republican National Convention.
The problem? The signage covered Herb Kohl Way, the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reported.
Kohl was a Democratic U.S. Senator for 24 years, owner of the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks and one of the city’s best-loved citizens.
After a local television reporter took a photo of the change, Democratic Mayor Cavalier Johnson said he asked organizers to take down the temporary signage.
It’s a reflection of the tension building in the Democratic leaning city days before the opening of the Republican National Convention.
RNC speakers: VP hopefuls, GOP lawmakers & UFC’s CEO. But not Melania Trump
Former first lady Melania Trump will attend the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee next week, making a rare political appearance. But unlike in years past, she is not expected to address the gathering where her husband, former President Donald Trump, will formally accept the Republican nomination.
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- Former first lady Melania Trump will attend the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee but will not speak at the event.
- The list of speakers includes top vice presidential contenders: Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum.
- Other notable speakers: Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, singer Lee Greenwood, model and rapper Amber Rose, and UFC CEO Dana White.
- Evangelist Franklin Graham, Teamsters President Sean O’Brien, and the mayor of East Palestine, Ohio, will also speak.
- Former White House trade adviser Peter Navarro, currently jailed, will address the convention after his release on July 17.
- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will appear, but Nikki Haley was not invited.
- Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is scheduled to speak.
- The convention will feature “regular people,” including UNC Chapel Hill students, struggling parents, and Trump’s former golf caddie.
The Associated Press has the story:
RNC speakers: VP hopefuls, GOP lawmakers & UFC’s CEO. But not Melania Trump
NEW YORK (AP) —
Former first lady Melania Trump will attend the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee next week, making a rare political appearance. But unlike in years past, she is not expected to address the gathering where her husband, former President Donald Trump, will formally accept the Republican nomination.
While in the White House, Melania Trump sought to maintain her privacy and was often a reluctant presence on the campaign trail. This election season, she’s largely avoided appearing on the campaign altogether. Convention organizers released a full list of speakers Saturday that did not include the former first lady. A person familiar with the schedule confirmed that she would attend but not speak at the event. The person spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss internal planning.
The list has the three top contenders for the vice presidential nomination — Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, Ohio Sen. JD Vance and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum — as well as a mix of Trump allies from inside and outside government.
Melania Trump has spoken at the last two Republican conventions. Spouses of presumptive nominees generally give speeches that describe their partners’ backgrounds and personal qualities. During a 2020 convention upended by the coronavirus, Melania Trump said that her husband “would not rest” until he “has done all he can to take care of everyone impacted by this terrible pandemic.” Four years before that, she told the audience in Cleveland about her upbringing in Slovenia and attested to her husband’s toughness and loyalty.
Her speechwriter in 2016 offered to resign after it was discovered some lines in her address were nearly identical to passages from a 2008 speech by Michelle Obama. Those who are slated to speak this year include Trump’s two oldest sons, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, as well as former Fox News host Tucker Carlson. Lee Greenwood, the singer of Trump’s walk-on song, “God Bless the USA,” is also on the program, as is the model and rapper Amber Rose and Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White.
Other notable names include evangelist Franklin Graham, Teamsters President Sean O’Brien and the mayor of East Palestine, Ohio, who was highly critical of President Joe Biden’s response to a 2023 train derailment that spewed a cloud of hazardous chemicals into the air.
Some senior Trump campaign officials credit the former president’s trip to the town in the aftermath of the derailment as one of the most significant moments of his campaign and key to his transformation from exiled former leader to GOP front-runner.
Also appearing on stage will be Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, one of Trump’s fiercest primary rivals. But while DeSantis will appear, Nikki Haley was not invited. Trump remains angry with Haley over her refusal to drop out of the race until March.
The schedule includes former White House trade adviser Peter Navarro, who is currently in jail on contempt of Congress charges, the AP first reported Friday. Navarro is set to be released from a Miami prison on Wednesday, July 17, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ online database of current inmates. That would give him just enough time to board a plane and make it to Milwaukee before the convention wraps Thursday. Navarro was found guilty in September of contempt of Congress charges for refusing to cooperate with a congressional investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
The program will also feature former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who at one point considered running against Trump but ultimately decided against it. The campaign previously announced a list of “regular people” who will be feat
