Donald Trump secured the Republican presidential nomination on Monday, selecting Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. This decision comes after a failed assassination attempt against Trump during a rally the previous weekend.
Vance, a former critic of Trump who has since become a staunch supporter, is considered a right-wing figure who may not broaden Trump’s appeal to moderate voters. Despite his relatively limited experience, Vance aligns with Trump’s “America First” ideology, advocating for isolationist policies and anti-immigration stances. He is also further to the right than Trump on issues like abortion, supporting a federal ban.
Trump is confident of winning the presidency, citing strong polling numbers and a dismissal of the criminal case against him involving classified documents. Meanwhile, President Biden faces concerns about his age and weak poll numbers.
The Republican National Convention in Milwaukee is designed to celebrate Trump’s nomination and showcase his “Make America Great Again” agenda. The convention also serves as a platform for Trump to criticize Biden’s administration, despite calling for unity in the wake of the assassination attempt.
