Trump Triumphs at RNC After Assassination Attempt

Former President Donald Trump appeared at the Republican National Convention's opening night just days after surviving an attempted assassination. Despite his injury, Trump displayed resilience as he was re-nominated to lead the party’s ticket for a third time alongside running mate Ohio Sen. JD Vance.

Former President Donald Trump made a defiant and triumphant appearance at the opening night of the Republican National Convention just days after surviving an attempted assassination. Trump, with a bandage over his right ear, was greeted with thunderous applause as he appeared onscreen backstage and then emerged to the song 'God Bless the USA.'

The emotional moment came after delegates voted overwhelmingly to nominate Trump for a third presidential run, with Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate. Republican Party Chairman Michael Whatley called for unity among party members while condemning Democratic policies as a threat to American values.

The convention floor was electrified with chants of 'fight, fight, fight,' echoing Trump's own words at a recent rally. Trump supporters expressed their gratitude for his survival and vowed to fight for his re-election and the future of the nation. The mood was further buoyed by a court victory for Trump, as a federal judge dismissed the prosecution in his classified documents case.

(With inputs from agencies.)