President Trump took the stage in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the final night of the Republican National Convention.
The GOP nominee for President gave a lengthy speech that began with re-telling the story of the assassination attempt that nearly took his life, took the life of one Trump supporter, and injured others—two critically—at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Trump outlined his plans to address economic issues, tackle the southern border crisis, and stabilize the world by ending international conflicts.
From CNBC:
Former President Donald Trump recounted the assassination attempt that nearly killed him during his Republican National Convention acceptance speech in Milwaukee on Thursday night.
“I’m not supposed to be here tonight,” said a somber Trump, with a bandage covering his right ear, which was nicked by a bullet. “As you already know, the assassin’s bullet came within a quarter of an inch of taking my life.”
“I stand before you by the grace of almighty God,” Trump said before approaching and kissing the fire chief’s helmet of Corey Comperatore, who was killed in the shooting by Thomas Crooks in Butler Township, Pennsylvania, during a campaign rally Saturday.
“As Americans, we are bound together by a single fate and a shared destiny. We rise together. Or we fall apart,” said Trump on the eve of the eighth anniversary of his first nomination for the presidency.
“Despite such a heinous attack, we unite this evening more determined than ever. Our resolve is unbroken, and our purpose is unchanged — to deliver a government that serves the American people,” Trump said.
Trump detailed the harrowing events that took place in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday, vowing never to speak of it again because it is too painful.
Watch:
FULL VIDEO: Trump shares his experience of being the target of an assassination attempt.
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He promised to never tell this story again because it is too painful for him to recount. pic.twitter.com/KOenLYQypu
Trump accepted the GOP nomination to become President of the United States and called for national unity.
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Former President Donald Trump accepts the Republican nomination for President.
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“I’m running to be President for all of America, not half of America” #RNC pic.twitter.com/miHZt8kN2V
Trump praised his amazing and beautiful wife, Melania Trump:
PRESIDENT TRUMP: On this journey, I am deeply honored to be joined by my amazing wife, Melania.
— Team Trump (Text TRUMP to 88022) (@TeamTrump) July 19, 2024
Thank you, Melania, and thank you also for your beautiful letter to America calling for national unity… It captivated so many. pic.twitter.com/M7fLrqKbo4
Trump detailed his plan to revive the economy.
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PRESIDENT TRUMP: Under my plan, incomes will skyrocket, inflation will vanish, jobs will come roaring back, and the middle class will prosper like never before. pic.twitter.com/PwueMj3MOx
— Team Trump (Text TRUMP to 88022) (@TeamTrump) July 19, 2024
Trump delivered an emotional tribute to the firefighter, Corey Comperatore, who tragically lost his life, shielding his family from gunfire, at the rally on Saturday.
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Donald Trump delivers an incredible tribute to slain firefighter Corey Comperatore.
— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) July 19, 2024
"What a fine man he was." pic.twitter.com/HdOqc0w9XR
Watch the full speech below via CBS News:
