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What to Know
- Trump's running mate JD Vance formally accepted the GOP vice presidential nomination Wednesday night.
- The theme of the night was "Make America Strong Once Again," with a focus on foreign policy and the military. The appearance of Gold Star families whose loved ones were killed when the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan made for a powerful moment.
- President Joe Biden canceled a planned appearance at the UnidosUS conference in Las Vegas after testing positive for COVID-19.
On the third night of the Republican National Convention, the party shifted focus to issues of national security and foreign policy, with guests including Gold Star families and the parents of an American who remains hostage in Gaza.
Trump supporters from Rep. Matt Gaetz to former North Dakota Gov. Doug Bergum drew on familiar Trump talking points, leading to chants of "Drill, baby, drill!" and calls to "Build the wall!" throughout Fiserv Forum -- echoing themes of his previous campaigns.
