FORMER President Donald Trump is set to speak at the Republican National Convention for the first time tonight since the assassination attempt on his life Saturday.
Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, was able to climb a roof at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday that had a clear view of former President Trump.
Crooks fired eight rounds bloodying the former president’s ear as he was escorted away by Secret Service agents.
Trump has arrived and is expected to take the RNC stage tonight at 9:09 pm CT.
Other guests anticipated to speak tonight include Tucker Carlson, Hulk Hogan, Dana White, Alina Habba, and more.
Meanwhile, the Democratic Party is in disarray after it has been revealed President Biden has tested positive for Covid-19.
Former President Barack Obama believes Biden’s “path to victory has greatly diminished and he thinks the president needs to seriously consider the viability of his candidacy,” according to the Washington Post.
Follow our Donald Trump RNC speech for news and updates…
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VIP box goes country
Country music star Jason Aldean will be present in former president Donald Trump’s VIP box during tonight’s Republican National Convention.
Ivanka Trump, and Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner are also expected to be there.
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Trump takes in Day 4 of RNC
Donald Trump is pictured smiling and raising his fist during Day 4 of the Republican National Convention.
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump gestures on Day 4 of the Republican National ConventionCredit: Reuters 
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Witkoff continues speech
Witkoff shares the story of how he lost his son to addiction and how the former president was there for him.
He says that Trump has true empathy even though the TV coverage doesn’t show that.
“A man in the darkest hours shows up, the kind of man we need now to be the 47th president of the United States,” Witkoff says.
Steve Witkoff speaks on the final night of the Republican National Convention on Thursday, July 18, 2024, in MilwaukeeCredit: AP
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Steven Witkoff graces stage
Businessman and developer Steve Witkoff is giving his speech at RNC Day 4.
He reveals that Trump answered his call the day the former president was shot at.
Witkoff revealed that Trump said he was glad to hear from him and asked him how his family and kids were.
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Sights and scenes from Trump’s arrival
Donald Trump will speak publicly for the first time since the assassination attempt on his life Saturday.
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to attend Day 4 of the Republican National Convention (RNC)Credit: Reuters 
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Donald Trump arrives
Donald Trump has arrived at Day 4 of the Republican National Convention.
Trump is walking alone wearing a red tie and shakes hands on his way to his seat.
He enters to the AC/DC hit song Back in Black.
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‘My call to you’
My call to you today is we can’t trust the Biden administration,” Pompeo says.
“He [Donald Trump] will put America first, so let’s do whats right and is important and elect a president who isn’t ashamed of our nation and will never apologize for our country.”
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‘Disgusted by the BIden’s administration’
Mike Pompeo says he is disgusted by the way the Biden administration pulled out of the Afghanistan conflict.
Pompeo talks about how Trump helped return Americans without spending a dime.
“We need to get our sovereignty back and I am confident we will get it back,” Pompeo says.
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Mike Pompeo takes podium
70th U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo takes the stage to deliver his speech.
Pompeo served as CIA director to Donald Trump when he was president.
He says it was an “honor” serving under former President Trump.
Pompeo rattles off some of Trump’s accomplishments including border control and taking down ISIS.
He notes not a single Chinese Spy Balloon floated over the United States during Trump’s presidency.
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo speaks during the Republican National ConventionCredit: AP
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Heightened security present
Security has intensified ahead of Donald Trump’s speech tonight.
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Linda McMahon speaks
Linda McMahon shares a story of Donald Trump’s granddaughter running up to him before a meeting the two were set to have.
McMahon previously served in Trump’s cabinet during his presidency.
“When he is reelected Donald Trump will make those tax cuts permanent [on small businesses],” McMahon says.
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Super volunteer Diane Evans graces the stage
Diane Evans reveals she has over 1,000 volunteer hours under the Trump campaign.
She jokes she has never used a teleprompter before but if Joe Biden can she should have no problems.
“President Trump is different, I knew he would get things done for the American people and he did,” Evans said.
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‘American dream is under attack’
“We need a builder back in the White House, someone who will give the power back to the American people,” Hendricks says.
Hendricks explains that the American dream is under attack and small business owners are having problems taking out loans.
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Welcome Diane Hendricks
Co-founder of ABC Supply Diane Hendricks takes to the podium.
She speaks about her beginnings growing up as a dairy farmer and talks about the struggles of being a single mother.
Hendricks started ABC Supply, which employs 22,000 workers with her husband.
“If I can make it you can make it too,” Hendricks says.
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‘Together’
Republican Richard Hudson says together a Republican House and Donald Trump will fund the police and finish the wall.
“Who can we count on to stand up to our enemies?” to which the RNC crowd yells out Trump.
“God Bless Donald Trump and God Bless America,” Hudson says.
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Republican Richard Hudson takes the stage
The chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee is now speaking at the RNC.
He praises Donald Trump and says he “loves America.”
“House Republicans stand with America and stand with Donald Trump, we stand for the flag,” Hudson says.
Hudson explains the bills and legislation passed by House Republicans that have helped make changes in America.
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RNC Day 4 begins right now!
The final day of the Republican National Convention is set to begin now.
A plethora of speakers will grace the stage and address the Republican Party.
Former president Donald Trump will close the night with a keynote speech.
It is the first time Trump is speaking publicly since the assassination attempt on his life Saturday during his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
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More on JD Vance’s speech last night
Donald Trump’s vice presidential running mate JD Vance took the stage and delivered a speech for Day 3 of the RNC.
During his speech, he directed his attention to his mother who was present.
“Our movement is about single moms like mine who struggled with money and addiction but never gave up,” he said, as chants of “JD’s mom” rang out.
“I’m proud to say that tonight my mom is here 10 years clean and sober. I love you mom.”
Beverly appeared to be moved to tears as she rose from her seat in the audience.
Her proud son added, “Mom, I was thinking, it will be 10 years officially in January 2025, and if President Trump’s okay with it, let’s have the celebration in the White House.”
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Sights and scenes from RNC Day 4
Republicans continue to pack the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin as the RNC concludes with Day 4.
Attendees hold signs on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv ForumCredit: Getty 
An attendee holds up an American flag with former U.S. President Donald Trump on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv ForumCredit: Getty -
Donald Trump meets with Secret Service chief
Former president Donald Trump met with Secret Service chief Kim Cheatle ahead of his speech tonight, ABC News reports.
The two met at Trump’s hotel in Milwaukee but it has not been revealed what was discussed during the meeting, the outlet reported.
This comes after the former president survived an assassination attempt on his life during his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday.
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Republicans continue to file in
Republican Party members continue to arrive for the final day of the Republican National Convention.
A pro-Trump supporter tries to break through a self-described anarchistâs banner as they disrupt an area outside the security zoneCredit: Getty 
Attendees hold signs on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv ForumCredit: Getty
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Inside Trump’s friendship with Linda McMahon
Trump’s friendship with the McMahons extends to Vince’s wife, Linda, who gave Trump a standing ovation after his Hall of Fame speech.
Linda, 75, served as the Administrator of the Small Business Administration in Trump’s cabinet between 2017 to 2019.
She stepped down to focus on helping with Trump’s reelection campaign and currently serves as the chairwoman for the America First Action Super PAC.
However, she would later donate $6 million to the Rebuilding America Now Super PAC that aired commercials supporting Trump’s campaign once he was named the Republican nominee.
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WWE’s past will have a presence tonight
Hulk Hogan – real name Terry Gene Bollea – is expected to appear as a speaker on Thursday, day four of the RNC, along with Linda McMahon, wife of former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon.
The Hulkster’s support for his fellow WWE Hall of Famer goes back to Trump’s first bid for the White House in 2015 after admitting to TMZ that he wanted to be his running mate.
“I don’t want to be in the ring with any candidates. I want to be Trump’s running mate,” Hogan, 70, said when asked which candidate he’d want to fight.
“Did you hear that? Vice President Hogan,” he added.
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Donald Trump Jr. arrives
Donald Trump Jr. has arrived at Day 4 of the Republican National Convention.
He has been present at the RNC this week.
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Republicans gather for Day 4
Republicans head to the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the final day of the Republican National Convention.
Delegates and guests arrive on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention (RNC) at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WisconsinCredit: EPA 
Jeanie Moore wears a cheesehead hat ahead of Day 4 of the Republican National Convention (RNC)Credit: Reuters
