Trump campaign: Republican convention will go on in aftermath of assassination attempt, deadly shooting

By Seth McLaughlin | The Washington Times

Former President Donald Trump’s campaign says the Republican National Convention will go on as scheduled following an assassination attempt on him Saturday.

“President Trump looks forward to joining you all in Milwaukee as we proceed with our convention to nominate him to serve as the 47th President of the United States,” Trump campaign senior advisors and RNC leaders said in a statement. “As our party’s nominee, President Trump will continue to share his vision to Make America Great Again.”

Security was already a top concern for party officials heading into the Republican National Convention, which begins Monday in Milwaukee.

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