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Fetterman's Secret GOP Convention Cameo Sparks Bipartisan Buzz
politics26 days ago

Fetterman's Secret GOP Convention Cameo Sparks Bipartisan Buzz

Sen. John Fetterman quietly agreed to appear at the Republican midterm convention, recording a video outside a steel mill to introduce Sen. Dave McCormick and tout bipartisan steel-industry cooperation. The move, driven by GOP organizers seeking an eye-catching ‘Oh sh*t’ moment, came from a personal friendship rather than a desire to switch parties. Fetterman stressed he’s a lifelong Democrat and wouldn’t become a Republican, and he didn’t travel to Dallas in person or tell his team in advance.

via axios.com|
#bipartisan#democratic-party#fetterman
Trump Family’s Busy Week Across DC, Dallas, and Ireland
politics27 days ago

Trump Family’s Busy Week Across DC, Dallas, and Ireland

Donald Trump Jr. joined his father for the Republican midterm convention in Dallas and a subsequent trip to Ireland, with his wife Bettina and three children in tow, while Melania Trump accompanied the president at Sept. 11 memorial events in Washington but did not travel to Ireland or the Dallas convention. Kai, Don Jr.’s eldest daughter, did not accompany them and is starting college golf at the University of Miami. The week included stops from DC’s 9/11 commemorations to international meetings and a look at the Irish Open.

via usatoday.com|
#don-jr#gop-convention#ireland
Vance Shuts Down Flag-Waving Protester at Dallas GOP Rally
politics29 days ago

Vance Shuts Down Flag-Waving Protester at Dallas GOP Rally

At the Dallas GOP convention, JD Vance interrupted his primetime address to address a protester in the crowd who waved Mexican and Palestinian flags, telling him, "get your a-- over there" as the heckler was escorted out. The crowd responded with chants of "USA," while Vance delivered a nationalist, America First keynote that criticized Democrats and urged traditional family values. The moment wasn’t shown on the convention’s official feed, but Vance described it for viewers at home.

via Fox News|
#dallas#gop-convention#jd-vance
Dallas GOP Convention: Onstage Outburst Calls for Violence Against Democrats
politics29 days ago

Dallas GOP Convention: Onstage Outburst Calls for Violence Against Democrats

At the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, an attendee is heard shouting that Democratic Senate candidates should be shot during Ted Cruz’s speech. Cruz did not react on stage, and his spokeswoman wouldn’t say whether he heard the remark. Democrats condemned the calls for violence, and Cruz later posted a clip of the moment.

via The Washington Post|
#gop-convention#political-violence#politics
Dallas GOP Convention fuels push for Trump-led midterms with Trump and Vance speeches
politics1 month ago

Dallas GOP Convention fuels push for Trump-led midterms with Trump and Vance speeches

Live updates from the Dallas Republican midterm convention show Trump and JD Vance set to speak on the second night as Republicans trumpet Trump-era themes, attack Democrats as extremists, and push a broad campaign agenda, while also noting late-breaking developments such as Missouri map rulings, court decisions on mail voting, and Trump’s pledge of potential $5,000 dividend payments.

via AP News|
#dallas#gop-convention#jd-vance
Fetterman Surprises GOP Convention with Bipartisan Praise for McCormick
politics1 month ago

Fetterman Surprises GOP Convention with Bipartisan Praise for McCormick

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared via video at the Republican midterm convention to praise Republican Senate candidate Dave McCormick and tout working with Donald Trump, signaling a willingness to cross party lines as the midterms approach. The appearance drew muted applause in the hall and prompted criticism from some Democrats back home, highlighting Fetterman’s ongoing bipartisan outreach.

via NBC News|
#bipartisanship#fetterman#gop-convention
Fetterman to Back Trump at GOP Convention, Fueling Party-Shift Speculation
politics1 month ago

Fetterman to Back Trump at GOP Convention, Fueling Party-Shift Speculation

Sen. John Fetterman is set to appear at the GOP convention in a video praising President Trump and Pennsylvania Senate hopeful Dave McCormick, a move that signals a notable estrangement from the Democratic Party left. He isn’t expected to switch parties, but the cameo could intensify questions about his future in Democratic politics and potential impact on the 2028 Senate race, while also boosting Trump’s bid to woo former Democrats.

via Axios|
#fetterman#gop-convention#mccormick
Emergency slide delays Trump’s departure on new Air Force One ahead of GOP convention
politics1 month ago

Emergency slide delays Trump’s departure on new Air Force One ahead of GOP convention

An emergency slide deployed on the Qatar-gifted Air Force One on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews delayed President Trump’s departure for the GOP convention in Dallas. Trump said the slide check would take about 15 minutes, the older AF1 served as backup, and he eventually boarded the new jet after the issue was resolved; a White House spokesperson offered no further details and said there was no security concern.

via CNN|
#air-force-one#emergency-slide#gop-convention
Emergency slide delay slows Trump’s trip to Dallas GOP convention on Qatar gift plane
politics1 month ago

Emergency slide delay slows Trump’s trip to Dallas GOP convention on Qatar gift plane

President Trump’s flight to Dallas for the GOP midterm convention was delayed after an emergency inflatable slide on a Qatar-donated replacement for Air Force One was deployed on the tarmac, triggering a safety check. Trump said there was no danger and that crews were ensuring everything works perfectly. The Qatar jet, a temporary substitute for Air Force One, has faced security vulnerabilities and upgrades, including a prior incident in July when Trump was moved via catering truck. The live updates also cover related political developments ahead of the convention.

via The Guardian|
#air-force-one#emergency-slide#gop-convention