Morning Wire Trump Announces VP Pick & The RNC Kicks Off | 7.16.24
Jul 16, 2024
Donald Trump makes waves at the Republican National Convention by selecting J.D. Vance as his vice presidential pick, stirring excitement and sparking strategies from the Biden camp. A recent court ruling grants Trump a significant legal victory, raising questions about his ongoing legal challenges and their implications for the upcoming 2024 election. The atmosphere at the convention is electric, blending celebration with heightened security and community responses to the political fervor surrounding the event.
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Trump's VP Pick
- Trump announced his VP pick, J.D. Vance, at the RNC.
- Vance's background includes military service, a bestselling memoir, and a Senate seat.
Documents Case Dismissed
- Judge Eileen Cannon dismissed the federal documents case against Trump.
- She ruled Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment unconstitutional.
RNC Atmosphere
- The RNC in Milwaukee had a festive atmosphere despite a recent assassination attempt on Trump.
- Protests occurred, but tight security minimized their impact on the convention.
