Trump gets delegate votes to officially be Republican nominee | AP News

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Former President Donald Trump appeared at the Republican National Convention’s opening night with a bandage over his right ear, after surviving an assassination attempt. He was nominated to head the Republican ticket in November against President Joe Biden. The convention featured a softer and more optimistic message, focusing on themes to expand Trump's appeal among moderate voters and people of color. Ohio Sen. JD Vance was announced as Trump's vice presidential running mate.

Keywords: Republican National Convention, Donald Trump, Joe Biden, JD Vance, Assassination attempt

Source: The Associated Press

Update At: 7/16/2024

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