Donald Trump Makes Resilient Return At Republican National Convention Amidst Assassination Bid

With a bandage on his right ear, Donald Trump made his first public appearance since an assassination attempt, attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. A visibly emotional Trump received a hero's welcome and a standing ovation as he walked out, pumping his fist, a reference to his reaction moments after being wounded. The crowd chanted "Fight! Fight! Fight" and "We want Trump," as the former US president mouthed "Thank you." Trump settled into a box with some of his children and U.S. Senator J.D. Vance, his newly announced running mate. Eric Trump, representing Florida, nominated his father for the presidency, declaring him the Republican nominee. Trump is set to formally accept the nomination on July 18. Diverse RNC speakers, including model and entrepreneur Amber Rose and Teamsters President Sean O'Brien, praised Trump, asserting that Americans were better off during his presidency. Texas real estate investor Ashley Cash expressed relief that Trump survived the assassination attempt, noting that it has galvanized more support for him. Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has pledged $45 million per month to support Trump's re-election bid. After the attempt on his life, Trump now leads the polls, widening the gap between him and Joe Biden by 4%.