The Republican National Convention (RNC) is set to begin on Monday, July 15, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The four-day event will culminate in the formal nomination of the Republican Party's presidential ticket for the November 5 election. Former President Donald Trump is expected to announce his vice president nominee during the convention.
Over 50,000 people are anticipated to travel to Milwaukee for this significant political event. The RNC schedule includes several key events and speakers.
Former President Trump survived an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally before the convention. This incident has added an unexpected element to the proceedings, but organizers have stated that the program will continue as planned.
The economic agenda is a significant focus for Donald Trump during his campaign. His plans include sweeping tariffs, lower taxes, defeating inflation, and increasing oil, natural gas, and coal production. The Republican platform also promises to address illegal immigration with the largest deportation program in American history and scrap policies for electric vehicles and renewable energy.
Trump's record during his previous term is being used as a benchmark for what his second term would look like. Some argue for pragmatism, while others advocate for more radical policies. Some of Trump's proposals, such as banning taxes on tips paid to workers and cutting regulations, have bipartisan backing.
The RNC schedule includes several speakers and events designed to showcase the GOP's best case for Trump and a Republican majority in Congress. Key speakers include Marco Rubio, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance, former Vice President Mike Pence, and South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott.
The shooting incident at the Pennsylvania rally has raised concerns about political violence during the convention week.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.