2024 Republican National Convention
The 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee opens with a focus on unity and kitchen table issues after a shooting incident rattled American politics. The convention will feature more than 100 speakers and updates to the GOP platform. Trump's choice for vice president is eagerly anticipated, and top contenders include Gov. Doug Burgum, Sen. JD Vance, and Sen. Marco Rubio.
Key Points
- Soft and optimistic message planned before shooting incident
- Trump's major court victory prior to the convention
- Importance of choice for vice president enhanced due to security threats
- GOP planning to showcase unity and motivation behind Trump
- Updates to GOP platform with limited specifics on key issues like abortion
- Anticipation for major speakers including former rivals like DeSantis and Haley
- Democrats scaling back plans to counter Republican messaging during convention
Pros
- Focus on unity and kitchen table issues
- Updates to the GOP platform
- Anticipation for Trump's choice for vice president
Cons
- Rattled foundation of American politics due to shooting incident
- Risk of potential violent confrontation