RNC opens with VP announcement, Trump appearance

The first day of the Republican National Convention featured a vice presidential announcement and a surprise appearance by Donald Trump. This four-day nominating convention opened with GOP delegates voting for their 2024 ticket. Monday night’s program featured a rousing appearance by Trump who had a bandage on his right ear. He arrived at the convention riding a wave of momentum stemming from Joe Biden’s debate fallout, court rulings in his favor, and a failed assassination attempt.