Former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Sen. JD Vance, will hold their first rally since the Republican National Convention in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers believes the event will energize voters and boost the GOP’s chances of winning back the Senate majority. The rally also comes as Michigan is a key battleground state in the 2024 presidential election.
Former US President Donald Trump accepted the Republican nomination for the 2024 US Presidential Elections at the Republican National Convention. In his speech, he recalled the ‘painful’ assassination attempt on him in Pennsylvania and paid tribute to Corey Comperatore, who was killed by the shooter. Trump also lauded the Secret Service and called for a moment of silence in honor of Comperatore.
Radio host Hugh Hewitt shares his observation that Senator J.D. Vance possesses a rare quality in the political arena – kindness. He contrasts Vance’s genuine compassion with the increasingly polarized political landscape, suggesting that Vance’s genuine nature makes him a powerful asset to the GOP, particularly for reaching out to suffering communities.
With Donald Trump picking JD Vance as his running mate, Millennials are seeing a candidate who might actually understand their concerns. Vance’s youth and experience bring a fresh perspective to the GOP and could signal a shift in the party’s future.
Rep. Darrell Issa, a Republican congressman, outlined his expectations for the foreign policy speeches at the Republican National Convention, highlighting what he believes a second Trump term would mean for global affairs. He argued that Trump’s policies created a stronger, more secure America, contrasting it with Biden’s perceived weakness, which he claims has led to a rise in global threats.
Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison argues that President Biden has abandoned his promise to govern as a moderate and has fallen under the influence of the far-left wing of the Democratic Party. He criticizes Biden’s immigration policies, energy policies, and spending habits, and argues that the GOP needs to improve its messaging on the Second Amendment. Burlison also warns about the potential for government overreach in the future.
Amidst rumors that retiring Senator Joe Manchin may consider a surprise run for governor, West Virginia Democrats are actively refuting such claims. The speculation intensified following reports of Manchin receiving encouragement from attendees at a Greenbrier resort event, owned by term-limited Governor Jim Justice, who is now the GOP’s Senate nominee. Despite the buzz, state officials emphasize that any potential Manchin campaign would face significant obstacles, including the recently concluded primaries and tight deadlines for candidacy. Democratic Party officials, including State Chairman Mike Pushkin, dismiss any suggestion of a Manchin bid, attributing the rumors to Republicans dissatisfied with their gubernatorial nominee, Attorney General Patrick Morrisey.
Republicans are criticizing the Biden administration’s refusal to release information on the nationalities of individuals apprehended at the southern border who are on the terrorist watchlist. Fox News filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request seeking this data, but Customs and Border Protection (CBP) denied the request citing privacy concerns. Despite the denial, Republicans argue that the privacy concerns are outweighed by the public’s right to know where potential national security threats are coming from. The FOIA request revealed that there have been 80 encounters with individuals on the TSDS between ports of entry this year, compared to 172 in 2023 and 98 in 2022.
Alice Stewart, a prominent political commentator for CNN and former adviser to numerous GOP presidential candidates, passed away at the age of 58 on Saturday. Her body was discovered outside in Bellevue, Washington, with no signs of foul play according to police. Stewart’s career spanned a wide range of roles, from local reporter to communications director for several presidential campaigns. She joined CNN as a political commentator before the 2016 election and frequently provided insights on political developments. In addition to her work in journalism, Stewart co-hosted the podcast ‘Hot Mics from Left to Right’ and served on the senior advisory committee at Harvard University’s Institute of Politics.
The House of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday aimed at deporting illegal immigrants who assault police officers. The bill, known as the Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Assault Cops Act, passed in a 265 to 148 vote with 54 Democrats voting with the GOP. The bill would require undocumented migrants to be detained by federal authorities until they can be deported. It would also create a new category for migrant inadmissibility specifically dealing with migrants who were accused of assaulting police. The bill comes after several instances of migrants attacking police have gained national attention recently, as the country continues to grapple with the ongoing migrant crisis at the southern border.
