Trump and Vance: Shaping the Future of Republican Populism

Donald Trump's vice presidential pick, J.D. Vance, echoed Trump's populist themes at the Republican National Convention. Vance's speech highlights potential long-term shifts in Republican policies, focusing more on domestic issues and less on global dominance. The convention emphasized law and order, reflecting growing partisan tensions and concerns over national unity.

Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate, U.S. Senator J.D. Vance, addressed the Republican National Convention, presenting a vision where Trump's populist ideas could dominate the party for years.

Vance's brief but influential political career aims to structure Trump's populist instincts into a consistent policy that advocates a reduced U.S. role in global affairs. His speech is highly anticipated, especially ahead of Trump's address amid recent assassination attempt concerns.

Stocks took a hit following Trump's comments about Taiwan's defense, amplifying fears about a potential second Trump administration. Vance, though new to the Senate, opposes military aid for Ukraine and supports Trump's contestation of the 2020 election results. His views favoring labor over traditional pro-business Republican stances mark a significant departure.

Convention speakers echoed Trump's anti-immigrant sentiment and critiqued Biden's border policies, contrasting sharply with Trump's unity message post-assassination attempt. Voter concerns about national discord are growing, as highlighted by a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll. The convention will culminate with Trump's formal nomination acceptance speech.

(With inputs from agencies.)