Up First from NPR JD Vance, Secret Service, Biden Campaign
Jul 16, 2024
Donald Trump has named J.D. Vance as his vice presidential pick, stirring mixed reactions among voters. The weight of an assassination attempt on Trump looms over the Republican National Convention, raising serious concerns about Secret Service security lapses. Meanwhile, President Biden is striving for unity in his campaign, urging a move away from violence and tackling the challenges of an escalating election race against Trump. Tension fills the air as these significant political shifts unfold.
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Vance Pick
- Trump chose J.D. Vance as his running mate, surprising many.
- While some Trump supporters hadn't considered Vance, most accept the choice.
Convention Atmosphere
- The convention, shadowed by the assassination attempt, saw chants of "fight, fight, fight."
- Religious language, including labeling the survival a "miracle," was prominent.
Divine Intervention Narrative
- Senator Tim Scott called Trump's survival a miracle, attributing it to God.
- This resonated with evangelical attendees and reinforced the idea of divine intervention.