Takeaways from the Republican National Convention
The Republican National Convention concluded Thursday with President Trump's speech accepting the GOP presidential nomination.
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The Republican National Convention concluded Thursday with President Trump's speech accepting the GOP presidential nomination.
Ann Dorn threw her support behind Trump, crediting him for offering "federal help to restore order in our communities."
"The choice in this election is whether America remains America," Pence said.
President Trump will accept the Republican party's nomination for president on Thursday night from the South Lawn of the White House.
A 17-year-old is currently in custody after two people were shot to death and another was wounded during protests on Tuesday night.
Melania Trump, two of Donald Trump's children and his daughter-in-law, and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo addressed the convention on the second night.
Earlier in the day, the Republicans party formally nominated Mr. Trump in the roll call.
There were contradictory reports about Falwell's future at the evangelical school after a business associate alleged an inappropriate relationship.
Hurricane Marco and Tropical Storm Laura are expected to make landfall this week amid the coronavirus pandemic.
A new thunderstorm system is expected to bring more dry lightning strikes and gusty winds early Sunday and will last several days, which could create more fires.
"About a few months ago, I met him in New Hampshire and he told me we are members of the same club. We stutter," Brayden Harrington said.
Many of the most powerful speeches were delivered by everyday Americans.
"Here and now, I give you my word: If you entrust me with the presidency, I will draw on the best of us, not the worst," Biden said.
"I have not lost my voice," Giffords said. "America needs all of us to speak out even when you have to fight to find the words."
"I pledge to you that we will act boldly and deal with our challenges honestly. We will speak truths," Harris said.