Haley and DeSantis convention appearances paper over GOP discontent

MILWAUKEE — The Republican Party is projecting unity after last weekend’s assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.

After a bitter primary, Trump, who has a reputation for holding grudges, his campaign, and the Republican National Committee asked former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) to address the Republican National Convention. But some Republicans remain unconvinced a speaking spot means they are welcomed members of Trump’s GOP.