The next Republican Party platform will be written behind closed doors, in contrast to the Democratic Party which will stream its platform negotiations. Questions focus on potential changes to abortion language. The Trump-era RNC aims to keep internal party business out of the news and prevent misrepresentations by the media.
Key Points
Platform committee meeting to be closed to press and spectators
Focus on potential changes to abortion language
Trump-era RNC aims for a streamlined platform to avoid media misrepresentation
Pros
Allows for a focused discussion without media interference
Ensures a streamlined platform without unnecessary details
Cons
Lack of transparency in the process
Prevents live TV coverage of important discussions