Eyewitnesses to the 2024 Republican National Convention

Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! On today's episode we are joined by Brad Carver and Trey Kelly, delegates for Georgia to the 2024 Republican National Convention. On the show, Brad and Trey tell us about their experiences as delegates and what the scene was like – particularly in the aftermath of the assassination attempt on President Trump. Taking place in Milwaukee on July 18, the convention featured a series of high-profile speeches and events. Former President Donald Trump accepted the GOP nomination for the 2024 election, with Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio as his running mate. Key speeches were delivered by figures such as Mike Pompeo and Greg Abbott, who emphasized Republican priorities like immigration policy. The convention saw appearances from the Trump family, including Melania and Ivanka Trump, who joined Trump during the nomination paperwork signing. The event included notable speakers from various sectors, such as Tucker Carlson and UFC CEO Dana White, adding a mix of political and entertainment elements ​ . The convention showcased strong support for Trump within the GOP ​ . Connect with The Georgia Politics Podcast on Twitter @gapoliticspod Preston Thompson on Twitter @pston3 Hans Appen on Twitter @hansappen Craig Kidd on Twitter @CraigKidd1 Proud member of the Appen Podcast Network. #gapol