Mary Millben to Perform National Anthem Ahead of Trump’s Presidential Nomination Acceptance

Renowned African American singer Mary Millben is set to sing the US national anthem before Donald Trump's acceptance speech as the Republican presidential candidate. Known for performing patriotic music for four consecutive US Presidents and world leaders, Millben emphasizes unity and love for country in her performances.

Renowned African American singer Mary Millben will perform the US national anthem ahead of Donald Trump's acceptance speech as the Republican presidential candidate on Thursday.

"We are all still digesting the assassination attempt of Donald Trump—a former US president, presidential candidate, and most importantly, my friend. Yet, I am truly encouraged by the strength and resilience of President Trump," Millben stated.

Often referred to as America's "National Anthem Singer," Millben has performed patriotic music for Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Joe Biden, as well as for international leaders including India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"The moment God protected President Trump's life in Pennsylvania is clear. The moment I have been given to set a tone of unity before President Trump accepts his nomination as the 47th President is clear. And the moment we are facing now to unite as Americans, is clear," Millben asserted. "The national anthem moment does this for us. It reminds us we are all Americans first. One nation under God. Republican or Democrat means nothing to God. But our love for each other does," she said.

Millben emphasized the importance of returning to civility in the democratic process. "My prayer is that my performance and the moment of the national anthem consumes our hearts and souls with the love of God, love for our country, love for President Trump, and love for each other." Millben previously performed at Trump's 58th Presidential Inauguration Victory Celebration and the 2020 Republican National Committee Convention. She has been invited to perform by the Donald J. Trump Campaign and the Republican National Committee, according to a media release.

(With inputs from agencies.)