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Derrick Van Orden accuses RNC protester of assault in ‘incident of political violence’

Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-WI) is accusing an anti-war protester of assaulting him in Milwaukee during the Republican National Convention. The incident occurred around 11 a.m. in downtown Milwaukee, about a five-minute drive from Fiserv Forum, where the convention is being held. The Milwaukee Police Department said it is investigating the incident as an assault.  […]

Secret Service director clarifies comments on responsibility for securing Trump rally

U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle clarified her comments about responsibility for securing the rally where former President Donald Trump was nearly assassinated after she appeared to delegate responsibility to local police. The shooting at the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, killed one attendee, Corey Comperatore, 50, and injured Trump and two other attendees. Cheatle told CNN […]

Christie carries on anti-Trump role by blasting Vance: ‘Not a message of unity’

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is leaning into his anti-Trump credentials with a scathing message about the former president’s selection for vice president. Continuing his role as the chief Trump agitator, Christie said he believes former President Donald Trump’s vice presidential pick, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH), will not be a unifying figure in the […]

Gas prices: More relief at the pumps as prices drop again

Gas prices dropped again Wednesday, marking a third consecutive weekday of relief at the pumps. The average price for a gallon of regular gas is $3.512 on Wednesday, according to AAA. That is a slight decrease from Tuesday’s price of $3.515 per gallon and slightly less expensive than a week ago, when the average cost […]

Wake up with the Washington Examiner: RNC Day 2, unanswered questions, and Democrats work in the shadows

Republican unity dominates the stage Former President Donald Trump has often been a symbol of division. His shock takeover of the Republican Party wasn’t greeted with open arms by senior members of the GOP. The 2016 and 2024 primaries were a series of contentious fights that included name-calling and personal attacks.  But as President Joe […]

Trump calls widow of Corey Comperatore, the man killed during assassination attempt

Former President Donald Trump called Helen Comperatore on Tuesday to offer his condolences over the death of her husband, Corey. Corey Comperatore was the man killed during the assassination attempt at Trump’s political rally on Saturday. He was 50 years old and survived by his wife and two daughters. He was a former fire chief […]

Biden fails to escape Democratic calls for him to step aside

Congressional Democrats appear to still be moving full steam ahead with their calls for President Joe Biden to stand aside and allow a new leader to step up. While most attention has been fixated on former President Donald Trump getting shot at a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, followed by his selection of Sen. J.D. […]

Four unanswered questions about Trump assassination attempt

Days after a gunman shot at former President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, questions persist about how the shocking incident could have occurred. Authorities have not explained how or why Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old armed suspect, gained a clear line of sight of Trump from a rooftop about 400 feet away […]

Haley and DeSantis convention appearances paper over GOP discontent

MILWAUKEE — The Republican Party is projecting unity after last weekend’s assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. After a bitter primary, Trump, who has a reputation for holding grudges, his campaign, and the Republican National Committee asked former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) to address at the Republican National Convention. […]

RNC Day 3: What to expect as GOP pledges to ‘Make America Strong Again’

MILWAUKEE — The third day of the Republican National Convention will carry a theme of “Make America Strong Again,” highlighted by a speech from vice presidential nominee Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH). Each day of the conference includes a central message, with Monday’s being “Make America Wealthy Again,” Tuesday’s “Make America Safe Again,” and Thursday’s “Make America Great Once Again.” […]
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