Trump ignores tradition and puts himself center stage on convention Day One

President Trump put himself front and center on the first day of the Republican National Convention, defying tradition by delivering a speech to delegates before the main programming had even begun and later appearing in the White House alongside coronavirus workers, whom he thanked, and freed American hostages.

Organizers are keen to use the week to brand Democratic nominee Joe Biden a threat to America. But in the event, the day’s proceedings served as a reminder that Trump has captured the Republican Party from top to bottom.