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Melania Trump Breaks Tradition and Does Not Speak at Republican National Convention

SILENCE IS GOLDEN

The former first lady appeared, but did not speak, at the final night of the event.

Matt Young
Matt Young 

Night Editor

Former first lady Melania Trump arrives on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 18, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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Matt Young

Matt Young

Night Editor

MattYoung

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