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2 months ago

From Marine to politician: Inside JD Vance's journey to the RNC stage

A look into Sen. JD Vance's life from a Marine to a politician as he makes history at the RNC as the first post-9/11 veteran on a major party's presidential ticket.
2 months ago
Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance gestures during Day 2 of the Republican National Convention (RNC), at the Fiserv Forum, July 16, 2024, in Milwaukee.
3 months ago

'We're voting for the felon': RNC attendees unfazed by Trump's historic conviction

Two dozen RNC attendees who spoke with ABC News said Trump's historic conviction on 34 felony counts gave them no apprehension about backing him this election cycle.
3 months ago
A shirt with the mugshot of Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump is displayed among other merchandise items in support of him on Day 3 of the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wis., July 17, 2024.
3 months ago

What we heard about the economy, immigration and foreign policy at the RNC

How Republicans made their pitch on key issues at the RNC.
3 months ago
Nebraska delegates dance on the floor of the Fiserv Forum on the first day of Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wis., July 15, 2024.
3 months ago

Trump delivers highly-anticipated speech on RNC’s final night

The former president makes his case for a second term and gives voters a sense of his mentality in the wake of last Saturday’s assassination attempt.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump delivers highly-anticipated speech on RNC’s final night
3 months ago

Biden, 'stuck at home with COVID,' dissects Trump's RNC speech

President Joe Biden dissected Donald Trump's RNC speech on Friday.
3 months ago
President Joe Biden speaks on economics during the Vote To Live Prosperity Summit at the College of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, NV, July 16, 2024.
3 months ago

The RNC was a raucous, charged party. It likely doesn't change the race: ANALYSIS

The day after the convention ended, the race likely remains the same as when Republicans first swarmed Milwaukee on Monday.
3 months ago
Balloons fall after former President Donald Trump accepted his party's nomination on the last day of the 2024 Republican National Convention, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 18, 2024.
3 months ago

RNC calls for unity ring hollow for some in LGBTQ community

Calls for unity at the Republican National Convention are ringing hollow for the LGBTQ community.
3 months ago
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump stands on stage with his family, vice presidential candidate Sen. J.D. Vance and his wife Usha Chilukuri Vance, during the 2024 Republican National Convention, July 18, 2024, in Milwaukee.
3 months ago

By the Numbers: US economy a main focus at the RNC

Republicans presented the U.S. economy as a “trainwreck,” but the numbers tell a very different story.
3 months ago
VIDEO: By the Numbers: US economy a main focus at the RNC
3 months ago

Experts analyze Trump’s speech as RNC wraps up

ABC News' powerhouse politics roundtable analyzes former President Trump's RNC speech and where the Democratic Party goes amid growing pressure on President Biden to step aside.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Experts analyze Trump’s speech as RNC wraps up
3 months ago

RNC speakers target LGBTQ community in speeches

After the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump, unity was supposed to be the theme of the Republican National Convention.
3 months ago
After the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump, unity was supposed to be the theme of the Republican National Convention.
3 months ago

At Trump's GOP convention, there’s little to be heard on health care

At the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee this week, health care issues received little attention from prime-time speakers.
3 months ago
Delegates turn to pose for the official convention photographer at the end of the first session of the Republican National Convention (RNC) at the Fiserv Forum, July 15, 2024, in Milwaukee.
3 months ago

Trump takes the stage on last night of RNC to accept nomination

Former President Trump took center stage for the last night of the Republican national convention to accept his party's nomination.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Recap of the RNC and the latest polling in the 2024 election
3 months ago

Trump, RNC speakers cite ‘divine intervention’ for shooting survival

The former president was among the speakers at the Republican National Convention to state that God had spared his life in Butler, Pennsylvania.
3 months ago
The former president was among the speakers at the Republican National Convention to state that God had spared his life in Butler, Pennsylvania.
3 months ago

Trump takes the stage at RNC

Former President Donald Trump accepted his third Republican presidential nomination and delivered his first speech since surviving an attempted assassination on Thursday night.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump takes the stage at RNC
3 months ago

Fact-checking Donald Trump's RNC speech on immigration, the economy and more

Former President Trump closed out the final night of the 2024 Republican National Convention with a 92-minute speech that addressed a host of issues on Americans' minds.
3 months ago
Former President and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during the last day of the 2024 Republican National Convention, in Milwaukee, July 18, 2024.
3 months ago

Trump recounts assassination attempt during RNC speech, 'I'm not supposed to be here'

Trump recounts assassination attempt during his RNC speech, "I'm not supposed to be here."
3 months ago
Former President Donald Trump accepts his party's nomination on the last day of the 2024 Republican National Convention, in Milwaukee, July 18, 2024.
3 months ago

Recapping Day 4 at the RNC

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien recaps the fourth and final day of the Republican National Convention, from Tucker Carlson and Hulk Hogan to Kid Rock and Donald Trump himself.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Recapping Day 4 at the RNC
3 months ago

Tucker Carlson met with applause at RNC

The former Fox News commentator took to the stage at the RNC at Fiserv Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Tucker Carlson met with applause at RNC
3 months ago

Trump urges unity at final night of the RNC

Former Pres. Trump states "Ambition is our heritage, greatness is our birthright, but as long as our energy is spent fighting each other, our destiny will remain out of reach."
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump urges unity at final night of the RNC
3 months ago

Sen. Marco Rubio on Trump immigration policies and Biden’s candidacy

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) about Trump’s immigration policies, J.D. Vance and the speculation surrounding President Joe Biden.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Sen. Marco Rubio on Trump immigration policies and Biden’s candidacy
3 months ago

Trump credits chart with saving his life at rally shooting

The former president displayed a chart on undocumented migrants coming into the U.S. that he said he was discussing at the time of his assassination attempt during Saturday's rally.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump credits chart with saving his life at rally shooting
3 months ago

Trump wraps up RNC speech with family on stage

"America's future will be bigger, better, bolder, brighter, happier, stronger, freer, greater and more united than ever before," the former president said.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump wraps up RNC speech with family on stage
3 months ago

Trump touches on Iron Dome plan at RNC

The former president said he wants to build a "great Iron Dome" as part of his defense plan.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump touches on Iron Dome plan at RNC
3 months ago

Trump says 'no tax on tips' is part of his economic relief plan

The former president said a large group of people, including "waitresses and caddies and drivers," are being hurt.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump says 'no tax on tips' is part of his economic relief plan
3 months ago

Trump takes direct jab at Biden at RNC

The former president said the damage Joe Biden has done to the U.S. is "unthinkable."
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump takes direct jab at Biden at RNC
3 months ago

Trump calls Vance his 'new friend' at RNC

The former president said he is thrilled to have Sen. JD Vance as his "new friend and partner fighting by my side."
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump calls Vance his 'new friend' at RNC
3 months ago

Trump jokes to Wisconsin: 'I'm trying to buy your vote'

Donald Trump praised the RNC's host city and argued the convention helped Milwaukee's economy.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump jokes to Wisconsin: 'I'm trying to buy your vote'
3 months ago

Trump claims undocumented immigrants are taking jobs from Black, Latino population

Trump repeated his argument made during the presidential debate that undocumented immigrants were taking away jobs from Americans, particularly minority groups.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump repeats claim that undocumented immigrants are taking jobs from Black, Latino populations
3 months ago

Tucker Carlson touts Trump's 'transformation' after shooting

The former Fox News host took the stage to a standing crowd.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Tucker Carlson touts Trump's 'transformation' after shooting
3 months ago

Donald Trump formally accepts presidential nomination

The former president was greeted by a standing ovation at the RNC at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Donald Trump formally accepts presidential nomination
3 months ago

Trump addresses rally shooting victims, calls for moment of silence

Near Trump on the stage is the firefighting gear, including the helmet and jacket, that belonged to Corey Comperatore, who was killed during an attempted assassination of Trump at a campaign rally.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump addresses rally shooting victims, calls for moment of silence
3 months ago

UFC CEO introduces Trump at RNC

Dana White spoke before the former president took the stage at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
3 months ago
VIDEO: UFC CEO introduces Trump at RNC
3 months ago

Trump on the 'heinous attack' that almost took his life

At the RNC, former president recounted the assassination attempt that happened last Saturday at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump on the 'heinous attack' that almost took his life
3 months ago

Public schools are the problem,' former teacher says

Annette Albright took the stage to criticize Biden and Democrats over the state of education in the country.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Public schools are the problem,' former teacher says
3 months ago

'We no longer trust our elections': Eric Trump slams father's critics

The former president's second oldest son took the stage and went after his father's critics and Democrats.
3 months ago
VIDEO: 'We no longer trust our elections': Eric Trump slams father's critics
3 months ago

Trump set to address the RNC in 1st speech since assassination attempt

Former President Donald Trump will formally accept his party's nomination for president on Thursday night at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Trump set to address the RNC in 1st speech since assassination attempt
3 months ago

Melania Trump attends final night of RNC

The former first lady was escorted to her seat to immense applause.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Melania Trump attends final night of RNC
3 months ago

Hulk Hogan calls Trump ‘my hero’ at RNC

The retired professional wrestler spoke on the final day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Hulk Hogan calls Trump ‘my hero’ at RNC
3 months ago

Franklin Graham on Trump assassination attempt: 'God spared his life'

The president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association also offered a prayer at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Franklin Graham on Trump assassination attempt: 'God spared his life'
3 months ago

Alina Habba on Trump: ‘He is my friend’

The former president’s attorney spoke glowingly about Trump, who she said has been an “empowering” boss.
3 months ago
The former president’s attorney spoke glowingly about Trump, who she said has been an “empowering” boss.
3 months ago

NRCC House chair vows to grow majority, 'We need backup'

National Republican Congressional Committee Chair Rep. Richard Hudson of North Carolina made his case to increase the GOP majority in the House.
3 months ago
National Republican Congressional Committee Chair Rep. Richard Hudson of North Carolina made his case to increase the GOP majority in the House.
3 months ago

Trump friend Steve Witkoff shares emotional story of son's opioid death

Real estate investor Steve Witkoff, a longtime friend of Trump, shared an emotional story of his son's death from an opioid overdose, recounting how Trump was by his side during the "unbearable" loss.
3 months ago
Trump’s longtime friend, Steve Witkoff, speaks about how the former president comforted him during the death of his son, Andrew.
3 months ago

Donald Trump makes appearance at RNC ahead of speech

The former president came out to watch longtime friend Steve Witkoff's speech from the friends and family box.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Donald Trump makes appearance at RNC ahead of speech
3 months ago

Linda McMahon touts Trump tax cuts at RNC

Linda McMahon, Trump's administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, spoke about Trump's economic policies during his first term, specifically his tax cut plans.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Linda McMahon touts Trump tax cuts at RNC
3 months ago

Mike Pompeo ‘disgusted’ by Afghanistan withdrawal under Biden

The former congressman served as U.S. secretary of state in former President Trump’s White House cabinet.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Mike Pompeo ‘disgusted’ by Afghanistan withdrawal under Biden
3 months ago

Delegates share thoughts on Trump on last day of RNC

As Trump takes the stage to accept the Republican nomination, delegates expect a message of unity from him.
3 months ago
Delegates share thoughts on Trump on last day of RNC
3 months ago

Secret Service boss Cheatle not resigning after confrontation over Trump shooting

Embattled Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has no plans to resign after a group of GOP senators asked her to do so in a confrontation at the RNC.
3 months ago
Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle attends a news conference about the upcoming Democratic National Convention, June 4, 2024, in Chicago.
3 months ago

What to expect from Trump's RNC closing speech

GOP nominee Donald Trump will take the stage on the final night of the RNC. Caroline Sunshine of the Trump-Vance campaign joins to discuss what we might expect.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Sen. Eric Schmitt on what to expect from another Trump presidency
3 months ago

Gov. Huckabee Sanders speaks on Donald Trump's abortion policy

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders discusses her willingness to serve in second Trump administration.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Donald Trump softens abortion policy
3 months ago

Final day of RNC, Trump set to accept GOP nomination

ABC News' Jay O'Brien and Asima Khalid address what Donald Trump needs to do to win over skeptical voters in his own party.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Final day of RNC, Trump set to accept GOP nomination