Trump Clinches GOP Nomination Amid Intense RNC Kickoff

Donald Trump was officially nominated for the presidency by Republican delegates at the GOP National Convention in Milwaukee. This came shortly after an assassination attempt on Trump and his announcement of JD Vance as his running mate. The convention featured notable speeches, celebrations, and protests.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Milwaukee | Updated: 16-07-2024 05:07 IST | Created: 16-07-2024 05:07 IST
Trump Clinches GOP Nomination Amid Intense RNC Kickoff
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Amid cheers from GOP delegates, Donald Trump was formally nominated for the presidency at the Republican National Convention's (RNC) kickoff in Milwaukee on Monday. The nomination came merely two days following an attempted assassination on Trump and shortly after he announced Ohio Senator JD Vance as his vice presidential candidate.

The delegates' vote solidified Trump's leadership of the GOP for a third successive election. Despite his 2016 victory, Trump lost to Joe Biden in 2020. Addressing concerns about political violence and stability following Saturday's Pennsylvania rally shooting, the convention aimed to project unity and optimism.

Excitement was palpable as Trump secured the nomination, his son Eric announcing Florida's decisive votes. Despite the assassination attempt lingering in delegates' minds, the stage was set for a four-day event under heightened security, seemingly unshaken by recent turmoil.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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