"I had God by my side"

 

Donald Trump
Donald Trump gave a speech after the assassination attempt

Knut Sahlin Ekberg

Updated 08.51 | Published 04.05

During the night of Friday, Donald Trump gave his first speech since the assassination attempt on him last Saturday.

The speech closed the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.

- Tonight I proudly accept your nomination as presidential candidate, Trump begins.

The final night of the Republican Convention in Milwaukee is here and the main act of the evening is former President Donald Trump. Less than a week after the assassination attempt on him, he is now giving his first speech.

- Tonight I proudly accept your nomination as presidential candidate, Trump begins.

In the first part of his speech, Trump detailed his experience of the assassination attempt against him. He also added that this is the only time he will talk about it, because "it's too painful to talk about."

- As you know, the killer's bullet came millimeters from taking my life.

- My hand was covered in blood, there was blood everywhere. Immediately I knew it was serious and that we were under attack. But I had God on my side, he continued.

"End these witch hunts"

Also on stage was a fireman's uniform belonging to Corey Comperatore, who died in the attacks on Cannon, who on Monday dropped the charge that Trump kept classified documents.

The speech then turned into a criticism of the charges brought against him. He praised Judge Eileen Cannon, who on Monday dismissed the charges that Trump kept classified documents.

- If the Democrats want to unite this country, they should end these witch hunts that have been going on for about eight years. And they should do so without delay so that an election worthy of our people can proceed.

 

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Melania in place

Before Trump's speech, the former first lady, Melania Trump appeared in the sea of ​​people. Since the campaign started, she has been conspicuous by her absence, but on Thursday evening she appeared.

During the evening, several American celebrities attended the conference and showed their support for Trump. Including wrestling star Hulk Hogan, UFC president Dan White and artist Kid Rock.

On Monday evening, Swedish time, the convention started. During the course of the week, Donald Trump has been officially named the Republican candidate in the presidential election. In addition, Trump has named his match horse as vice-presidential candidate for the campaign, JD Vance.

On Tuesday, Trump made his first public appearance since Saturday's assassination attempt. With a bandaged ear, he met the crowd's cheers.

Increased pressure on Biden

Parallel to the Republican convention, the Democrats are grappling with internal party drama. Several heavyweight Democrats have stepped out and publicly expressed concern that Joe Biden is not capable of beating Trump and called on Biden to withdraw from the campaign.

On Thursday evening, people close to Joe Biden stated that he is close to accepting that he cannot win the presidential election and may have to withdraw, the New York Times reports.