Watch Eric Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention
Eric Trump took the podium at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Thursday to say former president Donald Trump left the comforts of his business empire to save the soul of the nation.
The Executive Vice President of the Trump Organization said his father has proven time and time again that he is not fueled by personal ambition but by courage, determination and profound love for the American people.
"My father has been persecuted, targeted by far left Democrats, funded by special interest groups and handpicked judges. My father has been pulled off the ballot of states, radical justices attempting to defy the will of millions of Americans who adore who he is and what he stands for," Eric Trump said.
Eric's words followed Wednesday's speech by Donald Trump Jr., who attacked the administration of President Joe Biden on inflation, border policy and so-called cancel culture. Trump Jr. also complained about the Department of Justice and the 34 state felony convictions against the former president.
Watch Eric Trump's full speech at the RNC
What to know about Eric Trump
Trump's second eldest son, Eric is an American businessman, philanthropist and former reality TV personality. He is among the cohort of Trump's loved ones who spoke at the RNC. Lara Trump, Trump's daughter-in-law (Eric Trump's wife), Donald Trump Jr., and Kimberly Guilfoyle, Trump's soon-to-be daughter-in-law (Donald Trump Jr.'s fiancée) spoke earlier this week.
On the first night of the convention Monday, during an interview with NBC News' Savannah Gutherie, the 40-year-old reflected on his father surviving Saturday's assassination attempt and his plans for an "incredibly positive" speech. He also praised his dad's decision to select Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate.
"The chemistry between the two of them... is really tremendous," Eric Trump said. They communicate well."
The Republican National Convention is in Milwaukee through Thursday where former President Donald Trump on Thursday will formally accept the party’s nomination for the 2024 Election.
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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When and where is the Republican National Convention?
The Republicans' convention will take 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.
There also will be events 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 starting Monday, July 15:
Updates from the RNC will be available at gopconvention2024.com.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X @nataliealund.
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