When is Dana White's RNC speech? UFC CEO listed in final time slot before Donald Trump
UFC CEO Dana White will speak Thursday during the final night of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, themed around former President Donald Trump's longtime slogan: "Make America Great Once Again."
White is scheduled to speak Thursday between 8-9 p.m. CT, according to a source familiar with the event, which is the final time slot before Trump is expected to take the stage at 9 p.m. CT to give a speech and formally accept the Republican nomination for president.
Also scheduled to speak between 8-9 p.m. CT are Franklin Graham, president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, and Donald Trump's son, Eric.
White and Trump have forged a strong relationship over the years, even after Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts by a New York jury earlier this year. Just days after his conviction, Trump was a special guest to UFC 302 in Newark, New Jersey on June 1.
USA TODAY and the USA TODAY Network have more than 60 journalists on the ground in Milwaukee and you can follow along with our live blog for updates throughout the day.
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Who is speaking Thursday at the Republican National Convention?
Here's a rundown of the speakers who will take the stage on Thursday, according to a source familiar with the event. All times are in the central time zone and are subject to change.
5:30-6 p.m. CT
Sen. Steve Daines (R-M.T.)
Rep. Richard Hudson, R-N.C., chair of National Republican Congressional Committee
6-6:30 p.m. CT
Diane Hendricks, everyday American
Diane Evans, everyday American
Linda McMahon, former Administrator of Small Business Administration
Mike Pompeo, former Secretary of State
6:30-7 p.m. CT
Pastor Lorenzo Sewell
John Nieporte, everyday American
Steve & Zach Witkoff, executives at Witkoff Capital
7-7:30 p.m. CT
Alina Habba, President Donald J. Trump's attorney
Tucker Carlson, founder of Tucker Carlson Network
7:30-8 p.m. CT
Carrie Ruiz, everyday American
Hulk Hogan, professional entertainer and wrestler
Annette Albright, everyday American
8-9 p.m. CT
Franklin Graham, president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
Eric Trump
Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship
9-10:30 p.m. CT
Former President Donald J. Trump
When and where is the Republican National Convention?
The Republicans' convention has taken place over four days, from July 15-18 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks, will be the main venue for the RNC.
Events have also been hosted at the nearby University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panther Arena and the Baird Center.
How can you watch the event and stay up-to-date on convention news?
USA TODAY is streaming the RNC from start to finish, and you can watch it here.
Updates from the RNC will be available at gopconvention2024.com.
Contributing: Steve Gardner and staff, USA TODAY.
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