In a speech that lasted over 90 minutes, Donald Trump emotionally recounted his assassination attempt while accepting the Republican nomination for president.
Trump took the stage at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee to chants of “USA” from the crowd.
“I am running to be president for all of America, not just half of America,” Trump said. “So tonight, with faith and devotion, I proudly accept your nomination for president of the United States.”
Recounting the assassination attempt
Trump expressed gratitude to Americans for their support after being shot in Pennsylvania last weekend.
He revealed that the bullet that grazed his ear came dangerously close to killing him.
“So many people have asked me what happened,” he said. “And therefore, I’ll tell you exactly what happened, and you’ll never hear it from me again, because it’s too painful to recount.”
Trump explained how he narrowly avoided the bullet when he turned his head to look at a chart of border crossings, realizing the seriousness of the situation when he heard a loud whizzing sound.
Praising the Secret Service agents who protected him during the shooting, Trump mentioned how the crowd identified the shooter after he was hit.
“I’m not supposed to be here tonight,” he said, evoking chants of “Yes you are” from the crowd.
Trump calls for unity — and criticizes federal cases against him
In his lengthy nomination acceptance speech, Trump called for unity before addressing his political agenda.
He emphasized the importance of focusing on the country’s issues and making America successful, safe, free, and great again.
Trump urged the Democratic party to stop weaponizing the justice system against him, pointing out the dismissal of a federal classified documents case against him by a Florida judge, which has been appealed to the 11th Circuit.
Trump lays out a vision for leadership
Under his leadership, Trump promised that the U.S. would regain respect, secure its borders, boost the economy, restore law and order, and promote peace worldwide.
He blamed the Biden administration for current challenges and vowed to rectify them by focusing on domestic energy production, infrastructure spending, and protecting American jobs.
The Republican agenda
Trump outlined plans to make essential goods more affordable by reducing inflation, protecting jobs, and enhancing domestic energy production.
He emphasized the need to bring back the American dream and strengthen the country’s position in global markets.
Immigration plans
Trump pledged to close the U.S. borders on his first day in office and stressed the importance of legal immigration.
He criticized the Biden administration for not taking action against illegal immigration and promised to launch a significant deportation operation.
Foreign policy
Trump highlighted his stance on foreign policy, showcasing his track record with countries like Russia and North Korea.
He vowed to prioritize the return of hostages held by foreign entities and criticized the current administration’s handling of international conflicts.
Promising American innovation and leadership
Trump pledged to strengthen U.S. military defenses, focus on disease research, and revamp U.S. cities, vowing to lead the country into a new Golden Age.
Concluding his speech with a call for unity
Trump emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration, encouraging Americans to expect the best leadership and work together for a stronger nation.
He asked for support and concluded with a chant of “Win, win, win!”
“America’s future will be bigger, better, bolder, brighter, happier, stronger, freer, greater, and more united than ever before,” Trump declared.
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